Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Frog / Nickel fishing spoon #14685

Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9 g), this compact spoon features a striking Frog finish over a Nickel base. The front displays a deep green surface marked by yellow crackle patterns, centered by the iconic Dardevle devil-head logo in a bright yellow circle. Flip the 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) lure over, and you'll find the authentic "DARDEVLE SPINNIE U.S.A." stamp deeply embossed into the polished nickel back. Eppinger, based in Dearborn, Michigan, has used these proprietary dies for decades, ensuring the specific concave shape that defines the Spinnie's casting performance. This particular specimen, cataloged under product code 14685, comes equipped with its original treble hook and steel split ring. The condition is a solid 5/5, showing the vibrant yellow-on-green paint detail is remarkably well-preserved against the metal substrate. The stamped lettering on the nickel reverse remains crisp and legible across the entire surface.