Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400, 1/2oz White / Nickel / Red UV Glow in UV light, Fluorescent fishing spoon #4915

A weight of 1/2 oz (14 g) gives this spoon the necessary mass for long casting and controlled trolling. This specimen, identified by product code 4915, features a vibrant white fluorescent front finish accented with red dots that are designed to glow under UV light. Turning the lure over reveals the nickel-plated reverse side, deeply stamped with "COP-E-CAT 7400 DETROIT USA," reflecting the manufacturing history of Eppinger since its 1906 founding in Michigan. Measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, the spoon is crafted using the proprietary dies that have made the Dardevle line a staple in tackle boxes for over a century. The hardware, including the split ring and treble hook, shows minimal signs of wear. Given the clean state of the nickel plating and the integrity of the painted spots, this lure carries a condition rating of 4/5.