Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Devle Dog 5400, 1/2oz Nickel / Green fishing spoon #13540

Faceted green scales catch the light across the convex face of this vintage spoon, offering a brilliant contrast to the polished nickel-plated backing. Stamped deep into the metal on the reverse, the "DEVLE DOG 5400 DETROIT U.S.A." marking identifies this as a genuine Eppinger creation from their storied Michigan history. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) and weighing 1/2 oz (14 g), this model (product code 13540) is built for substantial casting or trolling. Lou Eppinger's legacy, which began in a Detroit basement in 1906, is evident in the heavy-duty hardware and the classic oblong, concave geometry. The finish on this specific specimen is exceptionally clean, earning a condition rating of 5/5. This nickel and green colorway is particularly effective in clear water environments, where the bright flash mimics natural prey. The hardware includes a robust silver-tone treble hook attached by a durable split ring at the tail, with a clean line-tie hole at the nose. It reflects the same design quality that once earned Dardevle spoons a place in US military aviation survival kits.