Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler W60, 3/4oz silver fishing spoon #18409

A distinct stabilizing ridge runs down the center of this classic Canadian spoon, a hallmark of design intended to maintain stability through the water column. Stamped with the manufacturer's mark on its genuine silver-plated surface, this Williams Wabler W60, identified by product code 18409, represents a legacy of tackle manufacturing that traces back to 1914. Measuring 3 1/4" (8.2cm) and weighing 3/4oz (21g), the lure is engineered for both casting and trolling when targeting pike or walleye. The silver finish on this particular specimen is well-maintained and shows a clear, bright surface with a condition rating of 4/5. Originally developed in Buffalo but produced in Canada since the late 1970s, the spoon is rigged with a strong treble hook and a barrel swivel to prevent line twist. This model is known for holding its course during both slow and high-speed retrieves due to the unique structural ribbing along its length.