Museum Archive: Vintage Worth Chippewa Steel Spoon, 3/5oz Pink / White / Copper fishing spoon #14332

Copper plating provides a warm, reflective contrast on the underside of this 3 1/2" (9 cm) steel spoon. The front face features a classic striped pattern, alternating between a bright pink and a crisp white finish. Stamped clearly into the metal on the back are the words "MADE IN U.S.A.", a hallmark of Worth manufacturing from their heyday in the mid-to-late 20th century. Known as the Chippewa Steel Spoon, this specific specimen carries the product code 14332. Weighing in at 3/5 oz (17 g), it is a substantial choice for reaching deeper water columns where its profile can stand out. The lure is rigged with a robust treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring, both showing the quality of a well-preserved piece. Finding one in such a clean state is a treat for any collector; its condition is a solid 5/5, showing no signs of age or use. During the second half of the last century, these were staple lures in American tackle boxes because they balanced performance with a budget-friendly price point.