Acme Little Cleo 2/3oz Gold

The Acme Little Cleo 2/3oz Gold spoon is a time-tested casting lure built to trigger strikes from salmon, steelhead, and trout across rivers and lakes. This compact 2/3-ounce spoon has earned its reputation over three decades as a go-to choice for anglers targeting predatory gamefish—whether you're working for steelhead on a cold morning, sight-casting to cruising salmon, or probing deeper pools for resident trout. The gold finish mimics natural baitfish and reflects light effectively in varying water conditions, making it visible to fish even in slower current or lower light.

What sets the Little Cleo apart is its distinctive hump-backed profile, engineered to produce a seductive, tight wiggling action on the retrieve. That signature wobble is built into the spoon's shape, not dependent on speed or technique—cast it out, keep modest tension on the line, and the lure does the work. This makes it forgiving for newer anglers and deadly in the hands of experienced casters who know how to vary their retrieve speed to match water temperature and fish mood.

The 2/3-ounce weight sits in that sweet spot for moderate current and medium depths, offering enough mass to cast distance without excessive drag, and enough substance to feel confident in moving water. Pair it with quality spinning or casting gear spooled with 6- to 10-pound line, and you've got a simple, effective system that has put fish in the net for generations of anglers.

Key Features

• Proven hump-backed spoon design creates seductive wiggling action
• Gold finish reflects light and mimics natural baitfish coloration
• 2/3-ounce weight ideal for moderate current and medium-depth presentations
• Compact profile suits salmon, steelhead, trout, pike, bass, and walleye
• Reliable casting performance and easy retrieve

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish will the Little Cleo 2/3oz catch?

The Acme Little Cleo is proven effective on salmon, steelhead, and trout. It also works well on pike, bass, walleye, and other predatory gamefish that respond to small spoon presentations.

What water conditions is this spoon best suited for?

The 2/3-ounce weight performs well in moderate current and medium-depth water. The gold finish is particularly effective in clear to slightly stained water where light reflection helps attract fish.

How should I fish the Little Cleo?

Cast the spoon across or upstream and retrieve with steady tension. The hump-backed shape generates its seductive action on even a basic retrieve; vary your speed and pause occasionally to match conditions and fish response.

What rod and reel setup works best?

The Little Cleo casts well on spinning or casting tackle spooled with 6- to 10-pound line. Light to medium-light rods give you the best feel for the spoon's action and improve strike detection.