Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Blue / Nickel fishing spoon #1638

A distinctive blue honeycomb pattern adorns the convex side of this classic metal spoon, offering a textured aesthetic that catches light differently than a smooth finish. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9 g) and measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) in length, this Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie is a quintessential piece of American fishing history. Flip the lure over and you'll find the manufacturer's name stamped clearly into the nickel-plated backside, a hallmark of the company that has operated out of Michigan since 1906. This particular specimen, identified by product code 1638, features the signature "imp" logo on the blue face and retains its original hardware, including a split ring and treble hook. The spoon’s concave surface is technically designed to produce a wobbling action during retrieval. Considering its age, the lure remains in well-preserved condition with a rating of 4/5, showing only minor surface marks on the paint and the polished reverse. These Spinnie models were once included in WWII aviation survival kits, a testament to the design's effectiveness for casting and trolling. The deep-stamped "DARDEVLE SPINNY U.S.A." lettering confirms its authentic domestic origin and production using the manufacturer's proprietary dies.