Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300 UV, 1/3oz Chartreuse / Nickel fishing spoon #15743

Glowing under UV light, this specimen showcases the distinct luminescent properties found in the Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300 UV series. Weighing 1/3oz (10g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the spoon features a vibrant chartreuse face accented with five bright green diamonds and the iconic devil logo. Eppinger has utilized proprietary dies to shape this lure, a tradition dating back to Lou Eppinger's early days in Detroit. The back of the spoon is finished in a clean nickel, designed to provide a flash contrast against the neon front. Registered under product code 15743, this lure retains a superb condition rating of 5/5, with the paint and metal finish appearing remarkably well-preserved. The hardware consists of a classic treble hook connected by a sturdy split ring, typical of the high-quality American-made standards Dearborn collectors expect. The concave oblong body is specifically designed for various casting and trolling techniques, maintaining the heritage of a brand that has supplied lures even for aviation survival kits.