Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Rok't Imp, 3/4oz Orange / Black / Red / Nickel fishing spoon #3292

Tipping the scales at 3/4 oz (21 g), this mid-sized spoon is a classic piece of American angling history from Michigan-based Eppinger. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, the Dardevle Rok't Imp (Product Code 3292) features a striking paint job with an orange field accented by black dots and a bold red center stripe. Flipping the lure over reveals the characteristic nickel-plated concave surface, clearly stamped with "ROK'T-DEVLE IMP U.S.A." to denote its origins and specific model line. The hardware consists of a sturdy split ring and a silver-toned treble hook, showing the solid construction Eppinger has been known for since Lou Eppinger started the company in Detroit back in 1906. This specimen maintains a clean appearance and rates a solid 4/5 in condition, with the paint retaining its vibrancy. The "Imp" designation refers to the smaller, more compact profile within the Dardevle family, intended for casting or trolling when fish are focused on smaller forage. The classic oblong shape with its distinct center groove is designed to create a specific wobbling action as it moves through the water column.