Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400, 1/2oz Yellow / Red / Nickel fishing spoon #2179

Stamped with the COP-E-CAT 7400 DETROIT USA mark on its polished nickel reverse, this vintage spoon is a prime example of Eppinger’s mid-century craftsmanship. The obverse features a vibrant yellow enamel finish punctuated by five pinkish-red dots and the iconic black devil head logo near the base. At 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length and weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), this model, product code 2179, relies on a deep concave profile to generate a distinct wobbling motion. The company, which moved from Detroit to Dearborn in 1959, used proprietary dies to ensure the consistent weight and balance found in this specific specimen. It comes equipped with a clean silver-tone treble hook and split ring. This lure remains in excellent condition with a bright, well-preserved finish, earning a rating of 5/5.