Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow, 2/5oz Gold fishing spoon #8998

Glimmering with a prismatic gold scale finish, this particular specimen captures light beautifully through its textured surface. Bearing the product code 8998, this vintage Johnson Silver Minnow showcases the classic American-made construction that has remained a favorite among bass and pike anglers for decades. Sized at 2 1/4" (6 cm) and weighing in at 2/5 oz (12 g), the spoon's unique distribution of metal—thicker in the center—allows it to maintain its upright orientation during a retrieve. The integrated wire guard over the single hook is a defining feature of this Weedless type, allowing for passage through thick lily pads or timber. This specific lure is in 5/5 condition, showing off a vibrant Gold color that offers a warm alternative to the traditional silver plating. The specific geometry of the spoon results in a rocking motion that covers a 270-degree arc, casting reflections deep into the water column where fish typically hold.