Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Rok't Imp Crystal, 3/4oz Crystal Copper fishing spoon #8646

Prismatic texturing across the Crystal Copper finish defines the visual character of this particular spoon, providing a complex reflective surface that catches light differently than standard smooth finishes. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), this Dardevle Rok't Imp Crystal is a classic example of American lure craftsmanship from the Eppinger company, which has been producing these tools in Michigan since 1906. Stamped clearly on the inner concave surface, the "ROK'T IMP" name serves as a mark of authenticity for collectors searching for specific lineage. This specimen, identified by product code 8646, weighs in at 3/4 oz (21 g) and features the traditional teardrop shape that Lou Eppinger originally pioneered. The condition is rated 4/5, displaying light signs of age while the intricate crystal patterning remains vibrant and clean across the copper base. It remains rigged with a vintage treble hook secured by a heavy-duty split ring at the base. When fishing this specific weight in murky or stained water, the copper-toned flash provides the subtle visibility many seasoned anglers rely on when silver finishes are too bright.