Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Midget Weedles, 3/16oz Fire Tiger fishing spoon #20211

A vibrant Fire Tiger pattern—sporting bold black stripes over a transition of deep green to a glowing orange belly—makes this Eppinger Dardevle Midget Weedless immediately stand out in the kit. Measuring a compact 1 1/2" (3.5 cm) and weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), this specific specimen (Product Code: 20211) is a specialized finesse tool. The integrated wire weed guard is the defining feature of this model, allowing for precise casting into lily pads or timber without constant fouling. The hardware reflects the quality Eppinger has maintained since moving operations to Dearborn, Michigan, in 1959. Stamped with proprietary dies, the concave surface is precisely engineered to interact with water resistance during the retrieve. This particular lure is unused, preserved in its original black and red blister pack which prominently displays the classic Dardevle devil head. For collectors, the crispness of the paint and the lack of oxidation on the guard wire mark this as a clean, well-preserved example of American tackle manufacturing.