Museum Archive: Vintage Tony Accetta Tony Acetta Spin Doger, 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #17996

Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this metal spoon features a polished nickel finish that remains bright across the entire body. Crafted in the USA by Tony Accetta, the Spin Doger weighing 1/2 oz (14 g) represents a clever hybrid design for anglers working through vegetation. A sturdy wire weed guard is integrated to protect the single hook, which is finished with a natural tan bucktail dressing secured by red thread at the shank. At the front, a specialized propeller attachment is mounted on a wire frame, providing a mechanical profile unique to the 17996 product code. The specimen shows light signs of history consistent with a 4/5 condition rating, maintaining solid structural integrity and clean hardware. This particular Tony Acetta Spin Doger relies on its metallic flash and the trailing texture of the feathers to attract predators near cover.