Museum Archive: Vintage Thomas Buoyant UV, 1/4oz Chartreuse / White UV Glow in UV light, Fluorescent fishing spoon #5186

A vibrant Chartreuse finish defines the front of this 1/4 oz (7 g) spoon, accented by a classic pattern of red, black, and green dots. Identified by product code 5186, this Thomas Buoyant UV measures 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in length and incorporates a specialized coating that reacts to ultraviolet light for increased visibility in various water conditions. The back of the specimen is finished in white and clearly stamped with "THOMAS T102 1/4 OZ BUOYANT," reflecting its American manufacturing roots. The lure remains in 5/5 condition, with the paint and the original treble hook appearing exactly as they did when they left the factory. A single oversized black eye-dot with a green border sits near the line tie, providing a target for trout and other predators during casting or trolling. The unique "stepped" silhouette on the side of the spoon is a signature characteristic of this specific model's construction.