Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 1/3oz Orange / Green / Nickel fishing spoon #15207

Weighing 1/3oz (9g), this specialized spoon carries the signature geometry Louis Johnson developed in 1920 to solve the problem of fishing in dense vegetation. A vibrant orange and green paint scheme covers the top of the 2" (5cm) frame, accented by a subtle honeycomb scale texture that provides visual depth. The underside displays a bright nickel finish, a feature that recalls the original silver-plated designs meant to provide a distinct flash below the surface. Bearing product code 15207, the lure is built with a metal body that is thicker in its center, a design choice that causes the lure to rock back and forth through a 270-degree angle. An integrated metal weed guard protects the single hook, making it an ideal choice for casting into lily pads or reed beds. This vintage specimen is in excellent shape, showing very well with a 5/5 condition rating. Because this lure was produced before manufacturing moved overseas, it retains the stamped details and build quality characteristic of American-made vintage tackle.