Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat, 1/2oz Blue / White / Silver fishing spoon #0171

Hexagonal honeycomb scales decorate the face of this 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) metal spoon, creating a distinct visual texture designed to catch and reflect light. Bearing the model name Dardevle Cop-E-Cat (Product Code 0171), this Eppinger creation remains a staple for anglers targeting pike, walleye, or salmon. The Blue / White / Silver finish is specifically effective in clear water environments where the lighter hues and polished back surfaces provide a natural flash. Stamped from the manufacturer's proprietary dies in Dearborn, Michigan, the concave body weighs 1/2 oz (14 g), offering the necessary mass for distance casting or controlled trolling. The classic devil head logo is stamped clearly on the spoon's surface, reflecting a brand history dating back to 1906. For hardware, it features a sharp treble hook joined by a reliable split ring. This particular lure is in 5/5 condition, showing well-preserved paint and a clean metal finish.