Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Brass fishing spoon #19313

Brass plating covers the entire 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) body of this Eppinger Dardevle Imp, a staple for anglers targeting mid-sized predators. Weighing in at 2/5 oz (11 g), the metal shows a rich, warm tone with the iconic devil head logo stamped clearly on the convex side. On the reverse, deep stampings read "DARDEVLE IMP DEARBORN MI," signifying its origin after the company moved production from Detroit in 1959. This specific lure, cataloged under product code 19313, carries a condition rating of 5/5. The hardware is comprised of a silver-tone split ring and a standard treble hook, designed for casting or trolling. This model reflects the manufacturing heritage of Michigan, where the Eppinger family used proprietary dies to create the signature concave spoon shape. Light surface characteristics are visible on the brass, providing a glimpse into the lure's history while the metal remains structurally sound.