Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300, 1/2oz White / Red / Nickel fishing spoon #1380

Textured red scale tape creates a striking flash against the white enameled border of this classic Eppinger spoon. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the Cop-E-Cat 7300 carries a substantial 1/2oz (14g) weight designed for long-distance casting or trolling. Turning the lure over reveals a polished nickel finish on the reverse side, where the "COP-E-CAT 7300 Eppinger U.S.A." branding is stamped directly into the metal. This specific specimen maintains a 4/5 condition rating, showing well-preserved pigments and clean surfaces throughout. The product code 1380 identifies this specific color configuration within the catalog of the Michigan-based company, which has been producing tackle since 1906. A single treble hook is secured to the tail end by a split ring, ready for duty in freshwater environments.