Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Devle Dog 7800, 3/4oz Green / Nickel fishing spoon #1803

Vivid green paint coats the convex side of this classic casting spoon, accented by the iconic black devil head logo. Weighing in at 3/4 oz (21 g) and measuring 2 1/2" (6.5 cm), this Dardevle Devle Dog 7800 (Product Code 1803) represents a staple in the Eppinger lineup. The reverse side features a polished nickel finish with the 'DEVLE-DOG 7800 DETROIT U.S.A.' stamp clearly visible, a nod to the company’s historic manufacturing roots in Detroit before their 1959 relocation. This specific specimen maintains a 4/5 condition rating, showing well-preserved hardware and a clean finish throughout. The hardware consists of a sturdy split ring and a sharp bronze-finished treble hook. While Eppinger is famous for the traditional red-and-white stripe, this solid green variation offers a distinct visual profile for specific water conditions. The oblong shape and concave belly are precision-engineered using proprietary dies, a technique Lou Eppinger pioneered to ensure consistent quality in every lure since 1906. This spoon is intended for casting and retrieval, relying on its weighted body to achieve distance and its curved profile to create its signature side-to-side movement.