Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle, 1oz Matte Silver fishing spoon #9892
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| Product Code (SKU) | 9892 |
| Brand | Eppinger |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1 oz (28 g) |
| Length | 3 1/2" (9 cm) |
| Color | Matte Silver |
| Country of origin | USA |
A solid 1oz (28g) weight gives this casting spoon the density needed for long, accurate throws. This Eppinger specimen, bearing the product code 9892, features a clean Matte Silver finish across its 3 1/2" (9cm) body. Looking at the reverse side, you'll find the deep-set "DARDEVLE" DETROIT U.S.A. stamping, a hallmark of the brand's heritage that began in Lou Eppinger's Michigan workshop in 1906. The concave shape is precision-stamped to provide a distinct wobbling action during a slow retrieve. This particular lure is in top-tier condition, rated 5/5, showing the crispness of the original metal surface. It comes rigged with a sturdy silver-tone treble hook and a top-mounted barrel swivel connected by a heavy-duty split ring. The Detroit marking is a specific detail for collectors to note, as the company's production transitioned to Dearborn in 1959.
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