Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400 UV, 1/2oz fishing spoon #17676

Bright yellow fading into a vibrant chartreuse green defines the striking finish of this Eppinger Dardevle Cop-E-Cat 7400 UV. Weighing 1/2oz (14g) and measuring 2 1/2" (6.5cm), this specimen features the classic black stamped devil head logo that has identified these Michigan-made lures for generations. The UV-reactive paint is a specialized addition to the traditional design, engineered to enhance visibility in deeper water where natural light is limited. The hardware consists of a sturdy split ring and a clean silver-finished treble hook, showing no signs of use. This specific specimen, identified by product code 17676, is in excellent condition and receives a rating of 5/5. Produced in the USA using Eppinger’s proprietary dies, the concave body design is a staple for casting and trolling techniques when targeting predatory species. The paint transition is smooth across the metal surface, while the iconic stamp remains sharp and centered.