Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7000, 3 1/2oz Crystal fishing spoon #17259

Weighing a substantial 3 1/2 oz (100 g), this large-profile spoon represents the American craftsmanship Eppinger has maintained since Lou Eppinger began hand-making lures in Detroit. The Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7000, identified by product code 17259, features a deeply hammered texture on its Crystal finish, which is designed to catch light from various angles. The concave reverse side bears the clear stamped marks of 'COP-E-CAT' and 'EPPINGER,' a signature of the proprietary dies used in their Dearborn facility. The hardware consists of a robust treble hook attached via a heavy-duty split ring, suited for the rigors of targeting larger game fish. In terms of condition, this specimen rates a 4/5, showing light signs of age and minor surface marks that reflect its vintage nature. The heavy metal construction allows for deep-running presentations when casting or trolling.