Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 3/4oz Silver fishing spoon #5713

Real silver plating on a 3/4oz (21g) spoon provides a much whiter and brighter underwater flash than common chrome, a defining trait of the Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow. Measuring 2 3/4" (7cm) long, the body is formed from a copper/zinc alloy that is tapered to be thicker in the center, ensuring the lure remains upright to minimize snags. This vintage specimen, product code 5713, is a genuine USA-made piece, distinguishable from modern production by its stamped markings and solid construction. It is presented in 5/5 condition, with the silver finish and guarded hook well-preserved. The geometry of the spoon is balanced to rock through a 270-degree arc, effectively directing flashes of light downward to catch the eye of fish attacking from below. Many collectors value these older American-made models for their consistent performance when used alone or with a pork rind trailer.