Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300, 1/3oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #11176

Stamping on the nickel reverse clearly marks this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon as an Eppinger Detroit USA original. Weighing in at 1/3oz (10g), the Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300 features the signature diagonal white stripe over a deep red enamel, accented by the small, classic devil head logo near the top eyelet. This particular model, identified by product code 11176, retains a bright, reflective nickel back that contrasts sharply with the painted topside. Eppinger has utilized proprietary dies since the early days in Michigan to achieve the concave shape that produces its distinct wobbling action during a retrieve. The hardware consists of a sturdy split ring attached to a sharp treble hook. Rating this specimen at 5/5, the lure shows a well-preserved finish and clean metal surfaces. Its design is intended for versatility in both casting and trolling applications across varying water conditions.