Museum Archive: Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 1/2oz Silver / Silver Plated fishing spoon #6922

Silver plating provides a whiter, brighter flash than chrome on this 1/2 oz (14 g) spoon. The Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, product code 6922, measures 2 1/4 inches (6 cm) in length and is constructed from a copper and zinc alloy that is thicker in the middle. This specific design allows the lure to rock back and forth through a 270-degree angle, ensuring the hook remains facing up and clear of obstructions. This unused specimen features the original integrated metal weed guard, allowing it to be fished effectively through heavy vegetation. Unlike polished steel alternatives, the real silver used here creates reflections directed downward and to the sides, where fish typically initiate an attack.