Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Midget Trout, 3/32oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #1027

Nickel plating on the back of this spoon features the clear "DARDEVLE MIDGET U.S.A." stamp, a hallmark of Eppinger’s American manufacturing heritage. Weighing 3/32oz (2.5g) and measuring 1 1/2" (3.5cm), the Midget Trout model is a lightweight classic designed for precision. The front displays the iconic red and white striped pattern, centered by the recognizable devil head graphic. This specific specimen, cataloged under product code 1027, remains in beautiful condition with a rating of 5/5. The spoon’s oblong shape and concave surface are achieved using proprietary dies, ensuring the precise geometry that has defined the brand since Lou Eppinger began hand-making lures in Detroit in 1906. It is equipped with a bright treble hook and a sturdy split ring, ready for casting. For clear water scenarios, the lighter color palette and nickel back are particularly effective choices.