Museum Archive: Vintage Tony Accetta HOBO , 2/5oz nickel/yellow fishing spoon #18693

Yellow feathers add a soft, natural texture to the rear of this 2/5oz (12g) metal bait. The polished nickel plating on the 2 1/4" (5.5cm) body remains bright, featuring the 'Tony Accetta' and 'HOBO' brand stamps deeply impressed on the concave side. This USA-manufactured lure, identified by product code 18693, is fitted with a single weedless hook, protected by a delicate wire guard to facilitate casting into heavier vegetation. The nickel finish is exceptionally well-preserved and the feathers retain their original brightness, warranting a condition rating of 5/5. Each component, from the sturdy split ring at the line tie to the hook attachment, shows the careful assembly typical of mid-century American tackle production.