Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Imp UV, 2/5oz fishing spoon #19616

Five bold black dots and the iconic devil face stand out against a vibrant red finish on this mid-sized casting spoon. Produced by Eppinger, a mainstay in Michigan's tackle history since 1906, the "Imp" model remains a cornerstone for anglers targeting pike or bass. This specimen, cataloged under product code 19616, weighs 2/5 oz (11 g) and measures 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length. Flipping the lure over reveals a clean nickel-plated concave back, clearly stamped with "DARDEVLE IMP U.S.A." as a mark of its American-made heritage. The front face features the signature devil logo positioned between the upper two dots, maintaining the classic aesthetic Lou Eppinger established over a century ago. It comes equipped with a stout, silver-toned treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring. In terms of condition, this piece is rated a 5/5, showing a pristine painted surface and bright, reflective metal on the reverse with no signs of wear on the hardware. For optimal results, a slow retrieve is often the most effective method for this specific weight and shape, allowing the proprietary die-cut design to work as intended through the water column.