Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400, 1/2oz Red / White fishing spoon #0703

Red and white stripes stretch across the face of this Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400, providing the high-contrast finish that defines this legendary lineage. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm) and weighing 1/2oz (14g), the lure features a nickel-finished back stamped clearly with the manufacturer and model name. A small devil head logo is visible on the painted side, a signature detail of the company founded by Lou Eppinger in Detroit in 1906. This specimen, identified by product code 0703, is equipped with a classic treble hook joined by a sturdy split ring. The paint and metal show minor surface wear from handling, reflecting a condition rating of 4/5. These spoons have been manufactured in Dearborn, Michigan, since 1959 using proprietary dies to maintain the specific concave shape required for casting and trolling. The 1/2oz (14g) weight provides enough mass for long-distance casting, while the light-colored nickel reverse is particularly suited for clear water visibility.