Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Devle Dog 5200, 1/4oz Nickel fishing spoon #7422

Stamped clearly into the polished metal, the "DETROIT U.S.A." mark identifies this Dardevle Devle Dog 5200 as a tangible piece of Eppinger history. Cataloged as product code 7422, the lure measures 1 1/2" (4 cm) and weighs 1/4 oz (7 g), making it a versatile choice for light-tackle casting or trolling. The high-luster Nickel finish remains bright and mirror-like, reflecting its unused condition. This specific model features the classic oblong spoon shape with a deep concave profile, a signature design Eppinger has used to generate a distinct wobbling movement during retrieval. The rear hardware includes a sturdy treble hook attached via a split ring, while the forward line tie is a simple, cleanly drilled hole. Finding the Detroit stamp on such a clean specimen provides a direct connection to the brand's mid-century Michigan roots before the company relocated to Dearborn in 1959. Every detail on this 1/4 oz (7 g) spoon, from the precise stamping to the uniform plating, demonstrates the American-made quality that has kept these lures in tackle boxes for generations.