Museum Archive: Vintage Yakima Bait Skiny-miny, 1/4oz nickel/orange UV fishing spoon #21097

A slender nickel body measuring 3 1/4" (8 cm) defines this Yakima Bait classic. Stamped with the product code 21097, this 1/4oz (7 g) Skiny-miny features a high-visibility orange UV diagonal stripe over its polished nickel finish. The craftsmanship is evident in the crisp stamping of the name and weight directly into the metal on the underside. Technically, this lure is engineered to rotate 4-5 times in one direction before reversing the spin, a specific mechanical trait designed to minimize line twist during slow trolling or retrieval. The hardware consists of a sturdy treble hook and split rings at both ends, with the entire piece maintaining a clean condition rating of 5/5. This particular specimen highlights the long-standing tradition of functional lures produced in the USA.