Museum Archive: Vintage Worth Chippewa Steel Spoon UV, 1 1/4oz fishing spoon #12128

Heavy-gauge steel construction gives this 1 1/4 oz (35g) spoon the necessary mass to reach deeper water columns while maintaining its profile. Sporting a classic high-contrast red and cream-white pattern, the central stripe is finished with UV-reactive paint that glows vibrantly under specific light spectrums, a feature highlighted in the secondary image. This American-made specimen, cataloged under product code 12128, represents a mid-20th-century staple from the Worth Company’s Chippewa line, known for being a reliable tool for anglers across North America. Measuring 3 1/2" (9cm) in length, the lure is rigged with a robust silver-tone treble hook and split ring assembly. The painted finish remains in excellent condition, warranting a 5/5 rating for its clean surfaces and intact hardware. Its teardrop shape and weight distribution suggest a design intended for long-distance casting or trolling in various freshwater conditions.