Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle, 1oz Five of diamonds (Red / Yellow / Brass) fishing spoon #2087

Vibrant yellow paint decorated with five distinct red diamonds defines the classic "Five of Diamonds" pattern on this substantial 1 oz (28 g) casting spoon. A small red devil head logo sits right in the middle of those diamonds, representing the Eppinger manufacturing legacy that began in a Detroit basement in 1906. Flipping the 3 1/2" (9 cm) lure over reveals a polished brass back, clearly stamped with the "DARDEVLE" name and its "DETROIT U.S.A." origin, marking it as a piece from the brand's historic production era. This specific specimen, identified by product code 2087, remains in excellent shape with a condition rating of 5/5. The hardware is finished with a large, silver-tone treble hook designed for heavy freshwater duty. The signature concave shape provides a reliable wobbling motion during a slow retrieve, a characteristic that made these lures famous enough to be included in military aviation survival kits during wartime. The solid brass construction provides the necessary heft for reaching deep pockets of water on long-distance casts.