Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Side-Winder, 2/5oz nickel fishing spoon #22548

Polished nickel plating covers the 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) body of this Acme Side-Winder, featuring a distinct stamped scale pattern and lifelike gill details. Cataloged under product code 22548, this American-made spoon is constructed on a heavy gauge metal base weighing 2/5 oz (11 g), making it a versatile choice for both deep casting and vertical jigging. The surface finish is well-preserved with light evidence of previous fishing trips, warranting a 4/5 condition rating. In vertical presentations, particularly through the ice, sharp lifts produce a trembling descent that mimics a wounded shad or shiner. A slower, more deliberate rod sweep transition into a steady rocking motion, which is often the key to enticing a strike from more cautious predators. The hardware includes a durable treble hook and split rings at both ends, ensuring the lure remains secure regardless of whether you are fishing it clean or tipping it with a minnow head for added scent.