Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Black / Bronze (Brass) fishing spoon #13916

A weight of 1/3 oz (9 g) gives this brass-backed spoon enough heft for precise casting, while the stamped reverse confirms its identity as a classic Spinnie model made in the U.S.A. The front of the 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) body is finished in a high-contrast black and orange-bronze striped pattern. Lou Eppinger first began crafting these in his Detroit basement, and this specimen, listed under product code 13916, carries that legacy forward. The metal shows some light character from age but remains in a respectable 4/5 condition, retaining the finish and integrity of the original paint. A sharp treble hook is mounted via a split ring at the tail, and the forward eyelet is clean for easy rigging. Historically, these lures were valued for their reliable wobbling motion, a technical success that eventually led to their inclusion in military survival kits. The deep-stamped lettering on the brass side remains sharp and legible, highlighting the craftsmanship that has kept Eppinger in business since 1906.