Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Yellow / Red fishing spoon #0640

Measuring 2 1/4 inches (5.5 cm), the metal body of this casting spoon is finished in a bold Red-Yellow-Red stripe pattern. The condition is a solid 4/5, with the paint showing very light wear while maintaining a bright, clean appearance. Centered on the yellow band is the famous black devil head stamp, a symbol of Eppinger's Michigan roots dating back to the early 1900s. At 2/5 oz (11 g), this Imp model relies on the specific concave shape formed by proprietary dies to achieve its signature wobbling motion. Identified by product code 0640, the lure features a factory-original treble hook and line-tie split ring. The durable finish on this American-made steel was designed to withstand repeated strikes from predatory fish.