Museum Archive: Weedless Johnson Silver Minnow UV, 1/2oz Fire Tiger / Nickel fishing spoon #6308

Tipping the scales at 1/2 oz (14 g), the spoon features a striking Fire Tiger / Nickel color pattern over its 2 1/4" (6 cm) frame. This unused specimen, identified by product code 6308, represents the enduring design Louis Johnson pioneered back in 1920 to tackle heavy vegetation. The spoon’s profile is thicker along the centerline, a specific engineering choice made to keep the integrated single hook riding upward. This American-made Johnson Weedless Silver Minnow is built with a sturdy weed guard designed to deflect lily pads and reeds. The finish combines the high-visibility neon and black stripes of Fire Tiger on one side with a bright nickel base for flash. Unlike modern versions, this particular lure hails from the brand's US-based production era. Anglers often pair these with a trailer, such as a pork rind or soft plastic, to increase the visual profile without hindering the balanced casting properties of the 1/2 oz (14 g) body.