Museum Archive: Vintage Pflueger Weedless Chum Pflueger, 1/2oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #7150

Stunning nickel plating gives this 1/2 oz (14 g) spoon a mirror-like appearance that collectors immediately recognize as a hallmark of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Cataloged under product code 7150, the Weedless Chum by Pflueger represents a clever piece of angling history, featuring a stamped body clearly marked with the manufacturer's name and patent information. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the lure utilizes a distinctive red feather tail secured by specialized hardware on the underside. These vibrant feathers serve a dual purpose, acting as a visual attractant against the bright nickel finish while concealing the heavy-duty single hook. Produced by Pflueger until the 1930s, the design emphasizes utility in heavy cover, with the hook point shielded to minimize snags. This specimen sits at a condition rating of 5/5, showing the crispness of the stampings and the integrity of the red plumage. The rear of the spoon is finished with a robust line tie loop, integrated directly into the metal frame.