Museum Archive: Vintage Thomas Buoyant, 1/4oz Rainbow Trout fishing spoon #3405

Rainbow Trout patterns on a polished silver base define this 1/4oz (7g) spoon, a design long favored for stream and lake casting. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5cm), the Thomas Buoyant features its signature asymmetrical body shape, stamped clearly on the reverse with the brand name and 'MADE IN USA' origin. This specimen, identified by product code 3405, displays a series of vibrant red, yellow, and black dots paired with deep red paint along the textured 'fin' edge to emulate the look of a small baitfish. The hardware remains robust, featuring a brass-toned treble hook attached via a clean stainless split ring. Rated at 5/5, the lure shows an exceptionally preserved finish with the paint remaining crisp and the silver plating retaining a high mirror-like shine. The deep stampings on the back confirm its weight and model, ensuring it sits properly in a collection or on a light-action rod.