Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Devle Dog 5300, 1/3oz Nickel / Blue fishing spoon #0747

Measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, this specimen represents a storied lineage of American tackle manufacturing that began in Detroit in 1906. This Dardevle Devle Dog 5300, identified by product code 0747, features a polished Nickel / Blue finish, a combination specifically favored for clear-water visibility. At a weight of 1/3 oz (10 g), the lure's heavy-gauge metal and concave geometry are purpose-built to create a distinctive wobbling action during retrieval. These spoons were famously included in US military aviation survival kits due to their reliable performance. The hardware remains sharp and the finish shows no signs of use, earning a condition rating of 5/5. Still produced in the USA using proprietary dies, the Eppinger legacy continues with this well-preserved casting spoon.