Museum Archive: Vintage Thomas Buoyant, 1/4oz Golden Trout fishing spoon #5391

Golden Trout coloration, featuring a dark brown gradient along the spine that transitions into a vibrant yellow-gold belly, defines the finish of this particular specimen. Stamped clearly on the reverse side is the model T102, identifying it as a 1/4oz (7g) lure from the Thomas Spinning Lure Company. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5cm) in length, the spoon’s distinct profile is accented by scalloped notches along the lower edge and a series of precisely placed black spots. A robust bronze-finished treble hook is attached to the rear via a stainless steel split ring, making it suitable for casting into streams or trolling in deeper lakes. The condition of this American-made classic is a 5/5, showing a clean surface and crisp lettering throughout. Looking closely at the stamping, the Buoyant name is deeply impressed alongside the weight, a testament to the manufacturing standards applied under product code 5391. This specific weight class is often favored by anglers targeting trout and panfish where a smaller profile is necessary.