Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Dardevlet , 3/4oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #15004

A weight of 3/4oz (21g) gives this casting spoon enough heft to reach those distant weed edges where big pike or muskies hide. The classic red finish is highlighted by a crisp white diagonal stripe, which features the iconic devil head logo stamped clearly on the paint. This specific specimen, product code 15004, measures 2 3/4" (7cm) and is in 5/5 condition, retaining a vibrant finish and smooth metal surfaces. Flipping the lure over reveals a clean nickel back stamped with "DARDEVLET" and the "DETROIT U.S.A." origin mark, a detail collectors value as it dates the lure to the era before Lou Eppinger moved operations to Dearborn in 1959. The hardware is original and sturdy, featuring a single treble hook attached via a robust split ring, designed for long-distance casting or trolling. The stamped markings remain deep and legible, a testament to the high-quality dies used in the original Michigan factory.