Museum Archive: Vintage South Bend Super-Duper 506, 1/4oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #0491

Stamped directly into the metal frame, the South Bend Super-Duper 506 branding and model number remain crisp on this 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) vintage lure. The distinctive U-shaped body features a polished nickel finish on the outer surface, while the interior is accented with a contrasting red paint. Weighing 1/4 oz (7 g), this American-made 0491 model shows light evidence of its history through minor paint wear at the tips, resulting in a well-preserved 4/5 condition. A single treble hook is securely attached to the rear curve by a original split ring, completing the simple yet effective hardware configuration used for light-tackle casting and trolling.