Museum Archive: Vintage Acme Wonderlure, 2/5oz Hammered Copper fishing spoon #12252

Hammered textures on the face of this 2 1/4" (6 cm) spoon are designed to catch and scatter light in multiple directions. This Acme Wonderlure, carrying product code 12252, is a classic American-made casting piece. The teardrop-shaped body is crafted from copper, with a distinct "WONDERLURE" stamp clearly visible on the smooth reverse side. Weighing 2/5 oz (11 g), the lure's mass is concentrated to assist in reaching further targets when casting from shore or boat. At the narrow end, a sturdy split ring secures a bronze-finished treble hook, while the broader end features a clean attachment hole for line tie. In terms of preservation, this specimen maintains a high standard with a rating of 5/5, showing the clear definition of the hammered pattern and the integrity of the original metal. Acme's long history of manufacturing in the USA is evident in the quality of the stamp and the thickness of the copper blank used for this specific model.