Acme Kastmaster 1/4oz Gold Spoon vs Thomas Buoyant Spoon 1/4oz Trout Lure
Head-to-head spec comparison to help you pick the right gear for your needs.
Acme
$6
Thomas
$6
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Spec | Acme Kastmaster 1/4oz Gold Spoon | Thomas Buoyant Spoon 1/4oz Trout Lure |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Casting/Trolling Spoon | Trolling Spoon |
| Length | 0 ft | 0 ft |
| Power | ||
| Action | ||
| Line Rating | lb | lb |
| Lure Rating | 1/4 oz oz | 1/4 oz oz |
| Material | Brass/Gold | Brass/Chrome |
| Weight | 0.25 oz | 0.25 oz |
| Price | $6 | $6 |
| Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.9/10 |
| Buy on Amazon | Buy on Amazon |
Pros & Cons
Acme Kastmaster 1/4oz Gold Spoon
Pros
- Works for both trolling and bank casting — versatile
- Brass body casts a mile from shore
- Gold finish is Paul's go-to when trout are keying on perch
- Tight action at slow trolling speeds, erratic at faster speeds
- Proven for 50 years on Colorado trout water
Cons
- Sinks faster than the Thomas Buoyant — needs faster trolling speed
- Split ring can open on big fish — upgrade to a quality ring
Thomas Buoyant Spoon 1/4oz Trout Lure
Pros
- Paul's #1 confidence lure — the one he throws when nothing else is working
- Wobble action is irresistible to reservoir rainbows and browns
- Gold/silver finishes read well in South Park's clear water
- Floats when stationary — stays out of weeds at slow trolling speeds
- Under $7 each — you can afford to lose one to a big fish
Cons
- Treble hook needs replacing after a season of heavy use
- Chrome finish can spook fish in ultra-clear water on bright days
Our Verdicts
Acme Kastmaster 1/4oz Gold Spoon
The backup that earns its spot every trip. When the Thomas Spoon isn't getting takes, Paul switches to the gold Kastmaster and often turns a slow morning around. Essential in any Colorado trout box.
Thomas Buoyant Spoon 1/4oz Trout Lure
This is the lure. Gold at Spinney, silver at Eleven Mile, 1.5–2.0mph trolling speed — Paul has caught more trophy trout on this spoon than everything else combined. Buy a handful in different finishes.
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