Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 3/16oz Orange / Green / Silver fishing spoon #3951

Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) and weighing 3/16 oz (6 g), this specific Johnson Silver Minnow carries the Product Code 3951. The upper surface is finished in a vibrant orange that blends into a green and yellow scale pattern, punctuated by a dark lateral smudge towards the rear. On the reverse, the spoon shows off its authentic silver plating, which sets it apart from standard chrome-finished models. This USA-manufactured piece features the classic Louis Johnson design with a thicker mid-section and an integrated metal weed guard protecting the single hook. Rated 5 as an unused specimen, the metalwork remains bright and the stamped lettering on the back is perfectly legible. The unique copper and zinc alloy construction was engineered to maintain a hook-up position while rocking through a 270-degree arc. Genuine silver plating like this provides a brilliant, white flash that is specifically directed downwards and to the sides as it travels through the water.