Museum Archive: Vintage Thomas Buoyant UV, 3/16oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #11877

A weight of 3/16 oz (5 g) gives this Thomas Buoyant UV the heft needed for accurate casting into tight cover. Measuring 1 1/2" (4 cm) in length, the lure features a unique offset spoon shape designed by the manufacturer to catch light. The Fire Tiger color scheme consists of a fluorescent chartreuse base that transitions into a deep orange at the tail, marked by thick, black wavy vertical stripes. A key feature of this 11877 Product Code model is the UV-active paint, which glows significantly under ultraviolet light to increase visibility in stained water or during twilight hours. Produced by Thomas, the lure is equipped with a high-quality split ring and a sharp bronze treble hook that shows no signs of age. The condition is rated a clear 5/5, as the finish remains smooth and the colors are as bright as the day it left the factory. A single mounting hole is precisely drilled at the narrow end of the spoon to ensure a secure connection to your leader.