Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Skeeter, 1/32oz Frog fishing spoon #22512

A classic Frog finish with its characteristic yellow-and-green crackled texture immediately draws the eye to this vintage piece. Weighing only 1/32 oz (1 g) and measuring a mere 1" (2.3 cm) in length, this specimen represents the smallest tier of Eppinger’s legendary metalwork. The front face features the iconic devil head logo nestled within a yellow circular motif, surrounded by distinct black dots that define the Frog pattern. On the reverse side, the authentic 'DARDEVLE SKEETER U.S.A.' stamping remains sharp and deeply pressed into the bright nickel-finished surface. This specific lure, identified by product code 22512, retains its original hardware, including a small treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring. Given the crispness of the paint and the clean state of the metal, it earns a 5/5 condition rating. Anglers typically utilize the Skeeter for light-tackle casting or vertical jigging for panfish and trout, relying on the spoon's oblong, concave profile to displace water and generate a steady visual flash during the retrieve.