Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Bass Rok't Imp, 3/4oz fishing spoon #16064

Stamped clearly on the brass-toned reverse, the Dearborn, Michigan, origin marks this specimen as a post-1959 production from the Eppinger workshop. This 3/4 oz (21 g) spoon features a high-contrast black and nickel finish on its convex face, accented by the iconic devil head logo. Measuring 2 1/4 inches (5.5 cm) in length, the Bass Rok't Imp (product code 16064) is a specialized variant characterized by its weight-to-size ratio, which aids in casting or trolling at depth. The metal surfaces remain in unused condition, showing the bright factory finish without signs of wear. Heavy-duty hardware includes a silver-toned treble hook secured by a split ring at the rear and a pre-drilled line tie at the nose. This model utilizes the proprietary dies Eppinger developed to maintain the specific oblong, concave geometry required for its weighted balance. The gold-colored back is deeply stamped with the model name, confirming its authentic American heritage.