The Len Thompson Original Series No. 2 is an iconic Canadian hard-body spoon known for a wide, seductive wobble that excels in shallow to mid-depth casting applications; its timeless shape produces consistent attraction with simple retrieves. While not the most aerodynamic among this list, it offers excellent value for anglers seeking a proven, versatile lure that is generally more affordable than specialty big-game spoons while remaining highly effective for trout and bass.
Legendary slow-roll
Subtle surface twitch
Legendary slow-roll
Subtle surface twitch
Review Summary
"Legendary action and balance that produces long casts and frequent strikes; most users report it holds up well, though a few note finish variability between batches."
Calm-water charm
Timeless fluttering action ideal for casting and slow retrieves over structure
Calm-water charm
Timeless fluttering action ideal for casting and slow retrieves over structure
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Len Thompson Original Series No. 2 is an iconic Canadian hard-body spoon known for a wide, seductive wobble that excels in shallow to mid-depth casting applications; its timeless shape produces consistent attraction with simple retrieves. While not the most aerodynamic among this list, it offers excellent value for anglers seeking a proven, versatile lure that is generally more affordable than specialty big-game spoons while remaining highly effective for trout and bass.
Legendary slow-roll
Subtle surface twitch
Calm-water charm
Timeless fluttering action ideal for casting and slow retrieves over structure
Thin-profile metal construction for light-line responsiveness and long casts
Legendary slow-roll
Subtle surface twitch
Calm-water charm
Timeless fluttering action ideal for casting and slow retrieves over structure
Thin-profile metal construction for light-line responsiveness and long casts
$12-22 CAD
The Rapala Jigging Rap is a precision-engineered jigging spoon featuring Rapala’s tuned weighting and high-reflectivity finishes that produce controlled, repeatable action during vertical presentations. It commands a market-leader position for technical performance—its internal balance and premium hardware deliver superior hook-up rates on deep, finicky fish, justifying a higher retail price compared with simpler spoons like Williams or Buzz Bomb. Compared to the artisanal Moonshine RV series, Rapala offers a balance of proven engineering and broad availability that appeals to anglers who want performance-driven, reliable jigging tools.
Tight wiggle
Balanced fall
Tight wiggle
Balanced fall
Review Summary
"Widely regarded as a go-to jigging lure for vertical presentations with an irresistible flutter and strong hookup rate; occasional comments mention stock hooks may need upgrading but long-term performance is excellent."
Rattle party trick
Lipless minnow design produces powerful vibration and a tight wiggle on the drop.
Rattle party trick
Lipless minnow design produces powerful vibration and a tight wiggle on the drop.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Rapala Jigging Rap is a precision-engineered jigging spoon featuring Rapala’s tuned weighting and high-reflectivity finishes that produce controlled, repeatable action during vertical presentations. It commands a market-leader position for technical performance—its internal balance and premium hardware deliver superior hook-up rates on deep, finicky fish, justifying a higher retail price compared with simpler spoons like Williams or Buzz Bomb. Compared to the artisanal Moonshine RV series, Rapala offers a balance of proven engineering and broad availability that appeals to anglers who want performance-driven, reliable jigging tools.
Tight wiggle
Balanced fall
Rattle party trick
Lipless minnow design produces powerful vibration and a tight wiggle on the drop.
Weighted for vertical presentations and easy to work at varying jigging speeds.
Tight wiggle
Balanced fall
Rattle party trick
Lipless minnow design produces powerful vibration and a tight wiggle on the drop.
Weighted for vertical presentations and easy to work at varying jigging speeds.
$10-20 CAD
The Swedish Pimple Jigging Spoon is an iconic, best-in-class compact spoon prized for its tight, enticing flutter and razor-sharp responsiveness to subtle rod taps—ideal for finicky trout and whitefish under clear-ice conditions. Technically it differs from rattling or wide-wobble spoons by offering a delicate, high-frequency vibration that often outperforms louder designs in clear water, and while some specialty finishes can carry a premium, its core lineup remains cost-effective for anglers seeking finesse. Now available for purchase, it’s the classic choice when presentation finesse beats brute attraction.
Slim flutter - Stockholm
Versatile profile - chameleon
Slim flutter - Stockholm
Versatile profile - chameleon
Review Summary
"The Swedish Pimple is widely praised for its simple, deadly jigging action and high hookup rates on trout and perch; many consider it a must-have for ice anglers and note excellent durability. Consistently cited as one of the most effective hard-body jigging spoons."
Deadly trigger - legend
Thin-profile delivers a subtle, tight flutter favored for trout and panfish.
Deadly trigger - legend
Thin-profile delivers a subtle, tight flutter favored for trout and panfish.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Swedish Pimple Jigging Spoon is an iconic, best-in-class compact spoon prized for its tight, enticing flutter and razor-sharp responsiveness to subtle rod taps—ideal for finicky trout and whitefish under clear-ice conditions. Technically it differs from rattling or wide-wobble spoons by offering a delicate, high-frequency vibration that often outperforms louder designs in clear water, and while some specialty finishes can carry a premium, its core lineup remains cost-effective for anglers seeking finesse. Now available for purchase, it’s the classic choice when presentation finesse beats brute attraction.
Slim flutter - Stockholm
Versatile profile - chameleon
Deadly trigger - legend
Thin-profile delivers a subtle, tight flutter favored for trout and panfish.
Polished metal finish produces strong flash in clear water conditions.
Slim flutter - Stockholm
Versatile profile - chameleon
Deadly trigger - legend
Thin-profile delivers a subtle, tight flutter favored for trout and panfish.
Polished metal finish produces strong flash in clear water conditions.
$5-12 CAD
The Len Thompson Original Series #2 is a premium, hand-tuned spoon prized for its wide rolling action and consistent lure-to-lure balance, making it a favorite for targeting salmon and trout with precision trolling. Though more expensive than mass-market options, its refined finish and predictable performance offer a technical and reliability advantage for anglers who prioritize consistent strikes over low upfront cost.
Head-down wiggle
Proven attraction
Head-down wiggle
Proven attraction
Review Summary
"Anglers love the vintage wobble and versatility for both salt and freshwater trolling, citing consistent hookups; a few say it's relatively pricey and can be small for very large fish."
Old-school mojo
Hand-formed tapered body that mimics a wounded baitfish with realistic action
Old-school mojo
Hand-formed tapered body that mimics a wounded baitfish with realistic action
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Len Thompson Original Series #2 is a premium, hand-tuned spoon prized for its wide rolling action and consistent lure-to-lure balance, making it a favorite for targeting salmon and trout with precision trolling. Though more expensive than mass-market options, its refined finish and predictable performance offer a technical and reliability advantage for anglers who prioritize consistent strikes over low upfront cost.
Head-down wiggle
Proven attraction
Old-school mojo
Hand-formed tapered body that mimics a wounded baitfish with realistic action
Performs well trolled or casted across a wide range of speeds
Head-down wiggle
Proven attraction
Old-school mojo
Hand-formed tapered body that mimics a wounded baitfish with realistic action
Performs well trolled or casted across a wide range of speeds
$15-30 CAD
Gibbs Delta Tackle Koho Killer
The Gibbs Delta Koho Killer is positioned as a market leader for saltwater corrosion resistance thanks to heavy-duty metallurgy, saltwater-rated plating and field-proven hardware designed for hard-use coastal fisheries. Its technical edge is a tailored shape and premium corrosion-resistant components that justify a higher upfront cost by delivering longer service life and reduced maintenance compared with economy spoons. In direct comparison it outclasses many competitors on longevity and reliability in harsh salt environments, making it a preferred choice for anglers prioritizing durability over lowest initial price.
Wide wobble
Deep runners
Wide wobble
Deep runners
Review Summary
"Gibbs/Delta Tackle Koho Killer users report strong attraction and solid build quality for coastal fishing, noting good hookup ratios and respectable corrosion resistance on the saltwater models. While not as universally lauded as some classics, it is regarded as a dependable option by experienced anglers."
Salt-tested tough
Large, heavy construction built for trolling and targeting big saltwater predators.
Salt-tested tough
Large, heavy construction built for trolling and targeting big saltwater predators.
Recreational Enjoyment
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Gibbs Delta Koho Killer is positioned as a market leader for saltwater corrosion resistance thanks to heavy-duty metallurgy, saltwater-rated plating and field-proven hardware designed for hard-use coastal fisheries. Its technical edge is a tailored shape and premium corrosion-resistant components that justify a higher upfront cost by delivering longer service life and reduced maintenance compared with economy spoons. In direct comparison it outclasses many competitors on longevity and reliability in harsh salt environments, making it a preferred choice for anglers prioritizing durability over lowest initial price.
Wide wobble
Deep runners
Salt-tested tough
Large, heavy construction built for trolling and targeting big saltwater predators.
Durable finishes and saltwater-rated hardware minimize corrosion on long trips.
Wide wobble
Deep runners
Salt-tested tough
Large, heavy construction built for trolling and targeting big saltwater predators.
Durable finishes and saltwater-rated hardware minimize corrosion on long trips.
$12-25 CAD
The Gibbs Delta Titan Spoon earns a top spot for pelagic game hard-body spoon applications thanks to its heavy, deep-running profile and high-mass-to-surface design that maintains action at speed and in current. Compared with the other spoons here it trades a higher upfront cost for superior hookup leverage and durability on large pelagic species, making it the go-to when you need a single lure that reaches deep water and withstands hard fights. For anglers targeting big pelagics the technical advantage of its weight distribution and robust hardware often offsets the premium price over lighter, shallower spoons.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Review Summary
"Users praise the Gibbs Delta Titan for its heavy-duty construction, long trolling life and strong, consistent wobble that draws strikes from pelagics; it's frequently described as worth the premium price. Some report the finish holds up exceptionally well over multiple seasons."
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Gibbs Delta Titan Spoon earns a top spot for pelagic game hard-body spoon applications thanks to its heavy, deep-running profile and high-mass-to-surface design that maintains action at speed and in current. Compared with the other spoons here it trades a higher upfront cost for superior hookup leverage and durability on large pelagic species, making it the go-to when you need a single lure that reaches deep water and withstands hard fights. For anglers targeting big pelagics the technical advantage of its weight distribution and robust hardware often offsets the premium price over lighter, shallower spoons.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Erratic darting and flashing action that triggers strikes from tuna and salmon.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Erratic darting and flashing action that triggers strikes from tuna and salmon.
$20-40 CAD