Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 2/5oz Orange / Green / Nickel fishing spoon #4134

A vibrant honeycomb scale pattern in shades of lime green and bright orange gives this 2 1/4" (6cm) spoon its distinctive visual appeal. Weighing in at 2/5oz (12g), this Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, identified by product code 4134, is a classic piece of American angling history made in the USA. While the front face features that eye-catching chartreuse-to-orange fade with dark spotting, the reverse side maintains a clean nickel finish. Looking at the hardware, you'll find the iconic integrated single hook protected by a sturdy metal weed guard, a design Louis Johnson engineered to handle the thickest vegetation. This particular specimen shows honest signs of age with light surface marks on the metallic side, resulting in a 4/5 condition rating. The body is forged from a specific copper and zinc alloy, intentionally thicker in the middle. This geometry allows the lure to rock through a 270-degree angle without spinning, keeping the hook upright to avoid snags. This vintage US-manufactured model reflects the original production standards often preferred by collectors over contemporary versions. The nickel plating on the back provides a sharp flash that contrasts perfectly with the painted scale finish.