Museum Archive: Vintage Sutton Spoon 31, 1/4oz Silver / Copper fishing spoon #2708

Contrasting silver and copper finishes define the aesthetic of this 3 1/4" (8.5 cm) trolling spoon, a hallmark of the Sutton brand. Dating back to Scott R. Sutton's company founding in 1867, these spoons have long been prized for their thin-gauge metal construction. Weighing 1/4 oz (8 g), the Sutton Spoon 31 is engineered for a delicate presence while trolling, featuring a slender profile that mimics forage fish. The silver exterior provides high-flash visibility, while the copper interior offers a more natural, muted tone when the lure rolls in the water. This specimen, identified by product code 2708, carries a 5/5 condition rating, maintaining a clean surface on both the plating and the original treble hook hardware. A simple split ring setup at both ends ensures reliability when targeting species like lake trout or landlocked salmon.