Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler W50, 1/2oz Nickel fishing spoon #8838

Stamped clearly on the back with 'MADE IN CANADA,' this 1/2oz (14g) specimen represents the enduring legacy of the Williams Wabler W50, product code 8838. The Nickel finish across the 2 3/4" (6.7cm) body provides a bright, reflective surface characteristic of the brand’s high-quality plating. A central longitudinal ridge acts as a stabilizer, a technical feature intended to keep the lure tracking true during various retrieve speeds without spinning. Near the top eyelet, the 'WABLER PATENTED' stamp is crisp and legible. The lure is rigged with a sturdy treble hook and a barrel swivel to help manage line twist during casting or trolling. Maintaining a 5/5 condition rating, the metallic surface is remarkably clean and well-preserved. Originally designed in 1914, this W50 model remains a staple for anglers pursuing pike and walleye due to its reliable construction.