Museum Archive: Vintage Worth Chippewa Steel Spoon UV, 1 1/4oz Fluorescent Pink / Nickel fishing spoon #12028

Weighing in at 1 1/4 oz (35g), this steel spoon belongs to the legacy of mid-20th-century American fishing. The Fluorescent Pink / Nickel finish is applied in bold, sweeping stripes across a 3 1/2" (9 cm) body, creating a high-contrast visual that stands out in varied water conditions. Under UV light, as demonstrated in the second image, the pink pigment provides a distinct reddish-orange glow, which is highly effective for fishing at greater depths or in stained water. This specific specimen carries the product code 12028 and is constructed on a heavy-duty steel blank, typical of the durable lures produced by Worth in the USA. The hardware consists of a single large treble hook attached via a split ring, with a clean line-tie hole punched at the tapered head. Rated in 5/5 condition, the lure shows a clean factory finish on both the painted and nickel-plated surfaces. The Chippewa series was widely regarded by anglers of the previous century as a dependable staple for casting or trolling due to its simple yet effective metal construction.