Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle, 1oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #4003
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| Product Code (SKU) | 4003 |
| Brand | Eppinger |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1oz (28g) |
| Length | 3 1/2" (9cm) |
| Color | Fire Tiger |
| Country of origin | USA |
Measuring a substantial 3 1/2" (9cm), this heavy-duty spoon carries the classic heft needed for reaching deeper water or cutting through fast-moving currents. The front features a distinctive Fire Tiger finish, applied with a honeycomb scale stencil that blends green and yellow tones with dark vertical bars and a red-tipped nose. At a weight of 1oz (28g), the lure is built for serious casting or trolling. Turning the piece over reveals a clean brass-toned backside stamped with "DARDEVLE DEARBORN MI," signaling its production after the company's 1959 relocation. Just below the upper tie hole, the iconic devil head logo is clearly impressed into the metal, a hallmark of Eppinger's Detroit-born legacy. The hardware remains robust, featuring a silver-tone treble hook secured by a heavy-duty split ring. This specimen is in excellent 5/5 condition, retaining its vivid color and polished metal finish.
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