Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler W50, 1/2oz Silver (Silver plated) fishing spoon #1233

Silver plating provides a classic, high-visibility flash on this Canadian-made Williams Wabler W50. At 1/2oz (14g) and a length of 2 3/4" (6.7cm), the lure is a versatile choice for targeting various game fish while casting or trolling. A hallmark of the Williams design is the longitudinal stabilizing ridge visible on the face of the spoon, a technical feature engineered to prevent line twist and help the lure track correctly. This specimen, identified by product code 1233, shows some light surface marks and minor darkening on the treble hook, resulting in a solid 4/5 condition rating. The hardware setup remains functional, featuring a nose-mounted swivel and the original treble hook secured at the tail.