Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #10452

Weighing in at 2/5 oz (11 g), the Dardevle Imp represents one of the most recognizable designs in angling history. The front surface is finished in the traditional red-and-white striped enamel with the signature black devil head logo centered on the white stripe. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the metal body is stamped on the nickel-finished reverse with 'DARDEVLE IMP EPPINGER DETROIT MI,' reflecting the company’s early manufacturing history in Michigan. Product Code 10452 applies to this specific configuration, which remains in a crisp 5/5 condition. A strong treble hook is attached to the rear using a classic split ring, prepared for standard casting or trolling applications. The deeply curved, oblong shape of the spoon is engineered to provide a distinct wobbling action when retrieved through the water.