Museum Archive: Vintage Williams Wabler W70, 1oz brass fishing spoon #19467

A stabilizing longitudinal rib runs down the center of this 4" (10 cm) metal spoon, a hallmark feature that defines the classic Williams profile. Tipping the scales at 1 oz (28 g), this specific W70 model bears the "MADE IN CANADA" stamp on its inner surface, a mark identifying its production lineage following the brand's shift from Buffalo to Canadian manufacturing. While many Williams lures are famously silver-plated, this specimen showcases a warm brass finish, cataloged under product code 19467. The hardware consists of a sturdy treble hook and a top-mounted swivel assembly, showing only light signs of age that place it at a solid 4/5 condition. Originally designed for the pursuit of pike and walleye, the Wabler is built to maintain a steady path during various retrieval speeds due to its unique center ridge. The stampings near the split ring remain crisp, confirming its authentic Canadian origin.