Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Fire tiger fishing spoon #21900

Weighing in at 2/5 oz (11 g), this Eppinger Dardevle Imp is a classic example of the American-made spoons that have dominated freshwater fishing since 1906. The lure carries a striking Fire Tiger finish, transitioning through green, yellow, and orange gradients with crisp black striping and the signature devil head logo. At 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this specimen remains in fantastic shape, earning a condition rating of 5/5. Flipping the spoon reveals the polished brass back, clearly stamped with "DARDEVLE IMP" and "DEARBORN MI," a detail referencing the company's historic move to Dearborn in 1959. This specific item, product code 21900, is outfitted with a sharp treble hook and a reliable split ring. The concave shape is achieved using the manufacturer's proprietary dies, ensuring the exact geometry that Lou Eppinger intended for casting and trolling.