Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie Weedless, 1/3oz Five of Diamonds fishing spoon #17817

Yellow paint with five distinct red diamonds marks this vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie Weedless as a legendary 'Five of Diamonds' color pattern. At a weight of 1/3 oz (9 g) and measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm), this specific specimen carries the product code 17817. On the brass-toned reverse, the iconic "DARDEVLE" and "MADE IN USA" stamps are clearly visible, confirming its authentic Michigan heritage from the Lou Eppinger lineage. This weedless model is equipped with an integrated wire guard designed to deflect vegetation, allowing for casting into heavier cover where predators like pike or bass often hide. The front face also features the classic red devil head logo, a hallmark of the brand since its early days in Detroit and later Dearborn. The condition of this lure is excellent, rated 5/5, showing a clean finish and well-preserved hardware. The metal eyelet and the rivet holding the weed guard remain tight and functional, reflecting the quality dies Eppinger has used for decades.