Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Huskie Junior, 2oz Orange / Red / Nickel fishing spoon #10729

Weighing in at a substantial 2 oz (58 g), this heavy-gauge spoon belongs to the legendary 700 Series, as confirmed by the clear stampings on its nickel-plated reverse. This Eppinger Dardevle Huskie Junior, listed under product code 10729, spans 4 1/2" (11.5 cm) and showcases a vibrant orange paint job peppered with black dots. The center is dominated by the classic red teardrop stripe featuring the distinctive black devil head logo, a symbol of the Detroit-born company founded by Lou Eppinger in 1906. Made in the USA using proprietary dies, the concave body is designed for casting into deep water where larger predators lurk. The back is stamped with "700 SERIES 2 OZ EPPINGER DARDEVLE MADE IN U.S.A.", highlighting the brand's long history of Dearborn-based production. This specimen is rated a 4/5 for condition, exhibiting some light surface wear and minor paint chipping on the face, though the nickel plating remains bright. The large, silver-toned treble hook shows light signs of aging but remains structurally sound.