Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Skeeter, 1/32oz Black / Orange / Copper fishing spoon #11630
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| Product Code (SKU) | 11630 |
| Brand | Eppinger |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/32 oz (1 g) |
| Length | 1" (2.3 cm) |
| Color | Black / Orange / Copper |
| Country of origin | USA |
Copper-toned metal on the reverse side of this tiny 1" (2.3 cm) spoon provides a warm contrast to the bold enamel on the face. Stamped clearly with "DARDEVLE SKEETER U.S.A.," the back reveals the heritage of Lou Eppinger’s Michigan-based company, which has been producing these lures since 1906. Weighing a delicate 1/32 oz (1 g), the specimen features a striking black finish bisected by a vibrant orange diagonal stripe. This specific color palette is often favored by anglers for its ability to create a high-contrast silhouette in varying water clarities. The enamel shows some light character-adding wear near the line-tie hole, which is common for authentic vintage pieces of this era. It comes equipped with a sharp treble hook secured by a split ring at the base. Rated at a condition of 5/5, the lure maintains its structural integrity and vibrant finish. Collectors can identify this particular model by the product code 11630. These ultra-light spoons were traditionally designed for panfish or trout casting on light line.
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