Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Dardevlet, 3/4oz Black Natural fishing spoon #0338

A weight of 3/4oz (21g) gives this spoon the necessary heft for long casts and controlled retrieves. Identified by Product Code 0338, this Eppinger Dardevle Dardevlet measures 2 3/4" (7cm) and features a detailed 'Black Natural' finish. The surface is covered in a fine hexagonal mesh scale pattern that transitions from a dark charcoal spine into a muted silver-grey body. Near the line tie, two bold, painted yellow eyes with black pupils flank the stamped devil head logo, a trademark of the company founded by Lou Eppinger in Detroit in 1906. This American-made lure relies on its specific concave geometry to create a signature wobbling motion in the water. The hardware, including the split ring and treble hook, shows no signs of wear, resulting in a solid condition rating of 5/5.