Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Devle-Dog 5300 UV Detroit , 1/3oz Lectric Lime UV fishing spoon #21001

A distinct 'DEVLE-DOG 5300 DETROIT USA' stamp is impressed into the silver-plated reverse side of this 1/3 oz (10 g) casting spoon. The front face features a vibrant Lectric Lime UV pattern, shifting from neon yellow to deep green, overlaid with the classic black Eppinger devil head logo. Measuring 2 inches (5 cm) in length, this model 5300 utilizes the brand’s proprietary concave design, which has been manufactured using the same die techniques since the company's early days in Michigan. Small surface nicks are visible along the outer edge of the paint, but the specimen maintains its overall luster and features clean, original hardware, warranting a 4/5 condition rating. Product code 21001 represents the UV-enhanced version of this Detroit-born classic, which includes a factory-fitted treble hook and heavy-duty split ring. The polished silver back provides a high-contrast flash against the fluorescent front, making it a staple for anglers following the heritage of Lou Eppinger’s 1906 basement designs.