Museum Archive: Hydro Lures Weedless Hydro Spoon, 1/2oz Black / Green / Yellow fishing spoon #5489

Scaled green and yellow sides meet a solid black back on this vintage specimen from Hydro Lures. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) and weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), this bait was produced in Huntsville, Alabama, by the Plasform division. It is designed as a surface-running weedless lure, intended to be fished through thick moss beds and lily pads without snagging. The construction includes a yellow and black rubber skirt and a hook guard meant to ensure the lure lands upright after every cast. Found in unused condition 6, this piece remains attached to its original retail card, which highlights its "Optimal Weedless" design. This specific version, cataloged under product code 5489, showcases the distinctive scale pattern and contrasting dark top typical of mid-century Alabama-made tackle.