Museum Archive: Vintage Weezel bait Rex Spoon, 2/5oz Black fishing spoon #8521

Coated in a deep black finish, the 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) body of this weedless lure offers a high-contrast profile for fish looking up from cover. Weighing in at 2/5 oz (12.5 g), the metal construction features a heavy-duty wire weed guard and a fixed single hook shielded by dark feathers. This specific Rex Spoon, marked with product code 8521, represents the original production era by Weezel Bait Co. in the USA before the line was eventually integrated into Eppinger’s catalog. The dark feather trailer is tied securely to the shank, providing a soft texture to complement the solid metal frame. Every part of the hardware on this specimen shows exceptional care, maintaining a condition of 5/5. The stamped lettering remains legible on the inner curve of the spoon, a hallmark of mid-century American tackle manufacturing.