THE LEGEND IS BACK.
THE LEGEND IS BACK.
The Story of dixie jet lures
The Dixie Jet Mission:
To always have a Dixie Jet Spoon within arms reach.
early 1960's
The Beginning.
Since the early 60’s, Dixie Jet Spoons have been catching fish of all species in clear-water impoundments, inland waterways, streams, and even saltwater environments. Decade after decade, fish have proven time and again that Dixie Jet Spoons are the go-to choice for anglers. Whether you're fishing freshwater or saltwater, you never know what you’ll catch with a Dixie Jet — a trusted, American-made spoon with a legendary reputation for catching all species of fish.
early 1970's
Production Stopped.
The early 1970s marked a difficult chapter for Dixie Jet. After the passing of its founder, production of the iconic Dixie Jet Spoons came to a complete halt. With no new spoons being made, anglers and collectors began searching everywhere—old tackle shops, garage sales, early internet listings, and even their grandfathers’ tackle boxes—in hopes of finding the last remaining originals. These classic Dixie Jet Spoons were easily recognized by their signature stamped fish logo, with “Dixie Jet” clearly marked inside the fish’s body on the back of the spoon.
2010
Bringing Back The Legend.
For many years, companies tried—and repeatedly failed—to recreate the legendary Dixie Jet Spoon with its unmistakable fall, unique underwater sound, and proven fish-catching action. None were able to reproduce the true “Original.” That changed in 2010, when Basswishes Tackle and Tom Murphy brought Dixie Jet Spoons back to life. Thanks to their dedication and precision craftsmanship, Dixie Jet Spoons have returned better than ever, honoring the legacy of the original while delivering improved performance for today’s anglers.
Tom Murphy
One Soldier's Dream
Dixie Jet Lures was revived by Tom Murphy, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who proudly served twenty-five years on active duty. Committed to preserving the legacy of the original Dixie Jet Spoon, Tom vowed that every lure would be made entirely in the USA—keeping American jobs strong and ensuring unmatched quality. He secured a Registered Trademark for Dixie Jet and partnered with Spectrum Metal Finishing and Lakeland Component Solutions to restart production in 2010. Today, all spoon assembly, packaging, and distribution take place in Richland, Missouri. We are proud to operate as an American-Made, Veteran-Owned company dedicated to crafting premium fishing spoons for anglers everywhere.
Tom’s mission to revive the legendary Dixie Jet Spoon was driven by his commitment to precision craftsmanship and the belief that every step of the process—from design to production—should take place entirely within the United States to uphold the highest standards in fishing tackle.
present day
Current Operations
Countless fishermen nation-wide use our spoons and catch large numbers of quality fish with Dixie Jet. You can too!