Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler W70, 1oz silver/gold fishing spoon #19191

A dual-toned silver and gold finish characterizes the body of this Williams Wabler W70, a classic design that has remained a favorite among pike anglers for generations. Identified by product code 19191, this 4" (10 cm) spoon weighs in at 1 oz (28 g) and features the iconic longitudinal ridge running down its center. This rib is a functional engineering detail designed to maintain stability across various retrieval speeds. The genuine silver plating provides a level of flash that few other materials can match, a hallmark of the Williams brand since its early days in Buffalo and its subsequent move to Canada. Presenting in 4/5 condition, the lure shows light signs of use while the metal remains bright. The hardware includes a sturdy treble hook at the rear and a barrel swivel attached to the nose split ring, ready for heavy-duty freshwater applications. Its construction reflects the period after 1978 when all production was centralized in Canada, maintaining the standards set by the original 1914 design.