Museum Archive: Vintage Weedless Rapala Minnow Spoon UV, 1/2oz Silver / Orange UV fishing spoon #5590

Fluorescent properties set the Silver / Orange UV finish of this Finnish-made spoon apart, making it highly visible in low-light environments. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) and weighing 1/2 oz (15 g), the lure is built with a sleek, minnow-shaped profile and a single upward-facing hook. To facilitate fishing in heavy cover, a thin metal weedguard wire is positioned to shield the hook point from snagging on vegetation. The specimen features a bright yellow eye with a black pupil and is identified by product code 5590. Under ultraviolet light, the orange upper section transforms into a vibrant glow, a characteristic that remains clean and well-preserved. This lure is in 5/5 condition, showing a bright surface and secure hardware. The single hook is firmly integrated into the tail of the body, designed for casting directly into lily pads or thick weeds.