Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7300 UV, 1/3oz Chartreuse / Nickel fishing spoon #3920

A vibrant chartreuse gradient fades into a bright yellow across the painted face of this 1/3 oz (10 g) spoon. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this specific specimen, identified by product code 3920, features the classic UV Glow finish intended for deep or stained water visibility. A distinctive black stamp of a cat's head sits prominently on the upper half, a signature mark of the Cop-E-Cat series. Turning the lure over, the polished nickel back is clearly stamped with "COP-E-CAT 7300 DETROIT U.S.A.", referencing the company's historic Michigan roots before their 1959 move to Dearborn. This piece is in exceptional 5/5 condition, showing a bright, clean surface and sharp hardware. The construction includes a heavy-duty silver-tone treble hook secured by a reliable split ring, ready for casting or trolling. The concave body shape is a hallmark of the Eppinger design, intended to provide a steady presence in the water column while the fluorescent paint reacts to available light.