Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Flutter-Chuck 3500, 1/4oz Hammered Silver fishing spoon #8728

Hammered silver indents create a textured, light-reflecting surface across the body of this trolling specialist. Weighing in at 1/4 oz (8 g), the Flutter-Chuck 3500 is a dedicated Eppinger design that utilizes its concave shape to produce a distinctive wobbling action during retrieval. This 3 1/4" (8 cm) specimen, identified as Product Code 8728, displays the precision of proprietary dies from the Dearborn, Michigan factory. The metal finish is remarkably clean and bright, warranting a condition rating of 5/5. Its hardware features a sharp treble hook attached via a split ring, paired with a similar ring at the head for secure line rigging. For clear water applications, the light-colored spoon and nickel-toned reverse side are built to mimic the natural flash of healthy baitfish.