Museum Archive: Vintage Thomas Buoyant UV, 1/4oz fishing spoon #16666

Hammered texturing beneath the vibrant lime green paint helps this 1/4oz (7g) spoon reflect light even in stained water. This specific Thomas Buoyant UV, designated by Product Code 16666, features a high-visibility finish accented by a bold orange side stripe and a pattern of alternating orange and green dots. Under ultraviolet light, the UV-reactive coating produces a strong fluorescence, providing a modern advantage to a design first patented in the USA in 1946. Anglers targeting trout, salmon, and even pike find the best results with a moderately slow retrieve or troll, which allows the spoon to achieve its intended unstable action. The hardware includes a durable split ring and a bronzed treble hook ready for the water. Rated at a 4/5 condition, the lure shows as a well-preserved specimen of American tackle history. Subtle rod tip twitches can be used to disrupt the retrieve, further simulating the movement of a fleeing baitfish across the water column.