Museum Archive: Vintage Weber W-2, 1/4oz nickel fishing spoon #23166

Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5cm) in length, the nickel plating on this rare find reflects its utilitarian American manufacturing heritage. This Weber W-2 features a distinctive split-spoon design, weighing in at 1/4oz (7g). The main body is divided into two symmetrical halves that meet at the top, where a sturdy treble hook is secured by a split ring. Attached to one of the lower segments is a smaller, secondary teardrop-shaped blade, adding another layer of visual complexity to the lure's construction. Weber, formerly known for their craftsmanship in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, produced these Split Spoon models with an emphasis on solid metal hardware. Rated at 4/5, the metal surface shows gentle signs of time with minor surface marks that speak to its history and age. The stamped Product Code 23166 identifies this particular specimen within the W-2 series, showcasing the classic teardrop profile that characterized mid-century casting spoons.