Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler, 1/4oz Silver fishing spoon #0258

Silver plating defines the finish of this classic spoon, providing a high-visibility flash that has been a staple in tackle boxes for over a century. Weighing in at 1/4oz (7g) and measuring 1 1/2" (4cm), this specimen features the iconic longitudinal ridge designed to provide stability during a retrieve. The stamped metal body carries the 0258 product code, a designation familiar to those who target pike and walleye with these Canadian-made classics. Since production shifted exclusively to Canada in 1978, these lures have maintained the high standards established when the design first entered serial production in 1920. The hardware remains functional, featuring a treble hook and a swivel connected by split rings. This piece sits at a 4/5 condition rating, showing a bright, clean surface and well-preserved metallic luster.