Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Midget Crystal , 3/16oz Golden Crystal fishing spoon #11538

Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), this vintage spoon remains factory-sealed on its original red display card. This Eppinger Dardevle Midget Crystal, identified by product code 11538, showcases the Golden Crystal finish, characterized by a hammered surface that catches light across its 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) length. Centered on the brass-toned body is the detailed stamp of the iconic devil head, the signature of the Lou J. Eppinger Mfg. Co. The lure is fitted with a sharp silver-toned treble hook and appears exactly as it did when it left the Dearborn, Michigan facility. Because it remains in its original blister pack, this specimen is unused. The red card back provides a glimpse into mid-century fishing culture, proudly highlighting the Eppinger name and its Michigan roots. This Midget size is built with the classic concave spoon geometry, a design the company has utilized since Lou Eppinger’s early days in Detroit. All hardware, from the split ring to the hook points, shows no signs of age or wear.