Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300, 1/3oz Nickel / Green fishing spoon #0874

Measuring exactly 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this spoon features the iconic stamped branding of a legendary Michigan tackle maker. The back of the lure is clearly struck with the Eppinger name, the "COP-E-CAT 7300" model designation, and the "USA" origin. On the front, a vibrant green honeycomb holographic tape provides a shimmering contrast against the polished nickel base, reflecting light in multiple directions. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (10 g), the spoon is a versatile size for casting or light trolling. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, appearing unused with a bright, clean finish on both the plated surface and the original hardware. Eppinger's production in Dearborn, Michigan, continues to utilize proprietary dies that give these spoons their specific concave profile, a design element that has remained consistent since Lou Eppinger's early days. The hardware is completed by a sharp treble hook attached via a robust split ring at the tail.