Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Dardevlet , 3/4oz Copper fishing spoon #9049

Stamped clearly on the concave reverse is the 'DARDEVLET' Detroit U.S.A. identification, anchoring this piece to Eppinger's historical Michigan origins. Weighing 3/4 oz (21 g) and measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm), the lure features a uniform copper construction that provides significant visibility in varied water conditions. The convex side displays the famous devil head logo, a hallmark of the brand since Lou Eppinger began production in the early 1900s. A polished finish covers the entire surface of the metal, and the specimen earns a condition rating of 5/5. Hardware includes a silver-finished treble hook attached by a robust split ring, while a single line-tie hole is positioned at the tapered nose. Listed as product code 9049, the heavy gauge of the metal suggests it was designed for deep casting or trolling applications. The distinct Detroit stamp indicates an older production run before the company's move to Dearborn in 1959.