Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Devle Dog 5400, 1/2oz Gold / Green fishing spoon #10054

Stamped clearly on the reverse side is 'DEVLE-DOG 5400 DETROIT U.S.A.', identifying this 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) casting spoon as a classic Eppinger production from Michigan. Weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), the lure features a striking textured green finish applied to the concave face, bordered by a polished gold-tone frame. Centered within the green area is the iconic white devil head logo, a signature mark for this series. Cataloged under product code 10054, this specimen remains in 5/5 condition, showing clean metallic surfaces and crisp lettering on the back. The hardware consists of a robust silver-colored treble hook attached via a single split ring at the tail. The contrast between the bright gold edges and the deeply textured green center creates a distinct visual presence. Historically, these lures were manufactured using proprietary dies that Eppinger developed in the early 1900s, and the Detroit stamp on this specific item connects it directly to the brand's mid-century roots.