Museum Archive: Thomas Buoyant, 3/16oz Copper Trout fishing spoon #11693

Finished in a distinctive Copper Trout pattern featuring black and red dots over a gold-tone base, this vintage Thomas Buoyant spoon remains in its original vintage packaging. Manufactured in Hawley, Pennsylvania, the 1 1/2" (4 cm) spoon is a classic piece of American tackle history from Thomas Spinning Lures, Inc. The 1/6 oz (4.7 g) weight makes it a versatile choice for targeting trout, salmon, and even walleye in various water conditions. This specific specimen carries the product code T101B-G and is rated at a condition of 6, indicating it is completely unused and has never seen the water. The hardware includes a high-quality treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring, standard for these Hawley-made spoons. On the yellow card back, detailed instructions suggest the lure is effective when cast across-current in rivers or retrieved at different depths in lakes. The "MADE IN U.S.A." stamp on the lower-left corner of the packaging serves as a testament to the brand's long-standing manufacturing tradition.