Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Lildevle, 1/8oz fishing spoon #13739

Measuring just 1 1/4" (3 cm) in length, this compact spoon carries the deep legacy of Michigan's lure-making history. The face of this 1/8 oz (3.4 g) Lildevle features a bold red finish accented by a wavy orange-gold stripe, where the small, black-printed devil head logo remains distinct. Flip the lure over, and the stamped "DETROIT U.S.A." marking serves as a direct link to the early Lou Eppinger production era before the 1959 move to Dearborn. Listed under product code 13739, the specimen shows its age gracefully with a 4/5 condition rating; some light paint wear along the edges adds character while the underlying metal remains clean. Its teardrop silhouette and concave profile are classic traits designed for a steady casting or trolling retrieve, with the split ring and original dark treble hook still securely attached. This is a quintessential example of an American-made spoon that earned its place in aviation survival kits and tackle boxes alike due to its simple, functional design.