Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Flutter-Chuck, 1/4oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #1665

Weighing in at 1/4oz (8g), this trolling spoon showcases a high-contrast combination of polished nickel and a textured red prismatic scale pattern on its face. Measuring 3 1/4" (8cm) in length, the Dardevle Flutter-Chuck is built on Eppinger’s proprietary dies, maintaining a slender profile intended for trolling applications. The reverse side features the authentic manufacturer's stamp: 'FLUTTER CHUCK DETROIT U.S.A. # 1665,' marking its origins in the Michigan tackle industry before the company's move to Dearborn. This specific specimen is in excellent condition, rated 5/5, with a clean finish and a sharp, original treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring. The red tape is applied precisely along one edge, creating a two-tone visual effect against the metallic nickel body. Manufacturing of these spoons in the USA utilizes specific dies to ensure the consistent shape required for its intended trolling technique, a standard of quality Eppinger has maintained since 1906.