Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300, 1/3oz Five of Diamonds fishing spoon #10163

Five distinct red diamonds stand out against the bright yellow finish of this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon, marking it as the iconic Five of Diamonds pattern. This Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300, product code 10163, features the famous devil head logo stamped clearly on the front face. Tipping the scales at 1/3oz (10g), the lure is built with a concave, oblong body shape that creates a specific wobbling movement during a slow retrieve. The reverse side reveals a clean copper-colored back, stamped with the "COP-E-CAT" and "DETROIT" markings, reflecting the manufacturer's deep roots in Michigan since Lou Eppinger began hand-making lures in 1906. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing vibrant paint and a sharp, silver-finished treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring. Like all Dardevle spoons, it was produced in the USA using proprietary dies to ensure the exact curvature needed for effective casting or trolling. The combination of the yellow front and copper back provides a visual contrast that seasoned anglers often favor when fishing in varied water clarities.