Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Lildevle, 1/8oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #11721

A classic red and white striped pattern decorates the convex side of this compact 1 1/4" (3 cm) spoon. This Eppinger Lildevle, weighing in at 1/8 oz (3.4 g), features the iconic devil head logo stamped directly onto the white center stripe. Turning the lure over reveals the stamped "LIL DEVLE DETROIT U.S.A." markings on the polished nickel surface, identifying its Michigan roots. The specimen carries a 5/5 condition rating, presenting a clean paint job and a reflective reverse side. The original treble hook is attached via a sturdy split ring, and the single line-tie hole at the tip is clear of any debris. Eppinger uses proprietary manufacturing dies to create the specific concave curve of the metal, which produces a consistent wobbling motion during a slow retrieve. This specific model, product code 11721, represents the scaled-down version of the casting spoon that has been produced in the United States since 1906.