Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Imp Feathered weedless, 2/5oz Frog fishing spoon #22064

Weighing 2/5 oz (11 g), this Dardevle Imp Feathered weedless spoon showcases the classic craftsmanship Eppinger has maintained in Dearborn, Michigan, for over a century. The specimen features the "Frog" color pattern, characterized by a dark green base accented with bright yellow concentric circles and subtle gold glitter throughout the finish. On the reverse, the high-polish Nickel Back provides the necessary flash to draw attention from bass, salmon, or trout in clearer water. This particular unit, identified by product code 22064, remains unused in its original black and red packaging. The single hook is shielded by a vibrant red feather weed-guard, a design choice intended to allow for casting into heavy cover or submerged vegetation without snagging. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the spoon's signature oblong, concave profile is stamped with the proprietary dies that have defined the brand since Lou Eppinger's early days in Detroit. The packaging indicates its broad application for freshwater species, specifically noting its utility for panfish and larger predatory fish.