Museum Archive: South Bend Super-Duper 501, 3/32oz Gold / Red fishing spoon #1889

Gold and red finishes harmonize on this vintage 3/32 oz (2.3 g) piece, a design that famously blurs the line between a traditional spoon and a spinner. The upper surface of the 1 1/4" (3 cm) metal body features a clear, deep-pressed stamp identifying it as a South Bend creation, specifically the Super-Duper 501 under product code 1889. A vibrant red paint accent marks the trailing edge, providing a sharp visual contrast against the polished gold-tone finish. Remaining in its original vintage blister packaging, the specimen is unused and remarkably well-preserved. The hardware consists of a single trailing treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring, showing the clean surfaces and sharp points of a factory-fresh lure. Anglers historically favored this unique bent-metal construction for its ability to catch light from multiple angles during a steady retrieve, making it a staple for trout and panfish enthusiasts.