Museum Archive: Vintage Swamp Fox Weedless Original Moss Boss, 1/3oz Chartreuse fishing spoon #2968

Featuring a vibrant Chartreuse finish, this specimen highlights the ingenious design origins of the Moss Boss before it became a staple in the Heddon catalog. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (8.5 g) and measuring 2 1/4" (6 cm), the lure’s teardrop-shaped plastic body is engineered as a topwater glider for navigating dense vegetation. A single, heavy-gauge hook is nestled within the concave underside, a classic weedless configuration designed for dragging directly over lily pads or thick surface moss. The tail section is equipped with a multi-strand rubber skirt in contrasting black and chartreuse, adding significant visual volume to the profile. Produced in the USA by Swamp Fox (Product Code 2968), this model represents the original plastic spoon-style glider that set the standard for weedless topwater lures. The surface and hardware are exceptionally well-preserved, warranting a condition rating of 5/5, with the distinctive red-painted tip at the nose remaining sharp and clear. A simple metal clip is secured to the forward eyelet for immediate rigging.