Museum Archive: Vintage Rainbow Plastics Steelhead UV, 1/2oz Fluorescent Orange fishing spoon #8780

Weighing in at a substantial 1/2 oz (14 g), this "Extra Heavy" teardrop spoon is a classic piece of American-made tackle from Rainbow Plastics. The Fluorescent Orange finish across its 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) body is designed for maximum visibility, particularly in deeper or stained waters where light penetration is limited. Identified by product code 8780, this Steelhead UV model features a specialized coating that glows intensely under ultraviolet light, providing a technical advantage for anglers targeting species sensitive to the UV spectrum. The lure is preserved in its original vintage packaging and is unused, maintaining the factory luster on both the painted surface and the hardware. A single, heavy-duty split ring holds the treble hook, characteristic of the simple yet effective construction these spoons are known for. Being "Made in the USA," this specimen represents the straightforward, high-mass lure designs that became staples in North American tackle boxes for shore-casting and river fishing.