Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Five of Diamonds fishing spoon #18627

Five crisp red diamonds contrast against a bright yellow finish on this classic spoon, a signature look for the Eppinger brand. This 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) Dardevle Spinnie weighing 1/3 oz (9 g) carries the iconic black devil head stamp on the concave front, marking its authenticity as a genuine Detroit-rooted tackle piece. Flip it over, and the brass back is clearly stamped with "DARDEVLE SPINNIE U.S.A." in sharp lettering. Identified by product code 18627, this specimen reflects Lou Eppinger’s legacy of American manufacturing that utilized proprietary dies to achieve its specific shape. The paint is exceptionally preserved, and the hardware remains bright and functional. It is a solid addition to a collector's box, maintaining a condition rating of 5/5. The original treble hook is securely attached via a sturdy split ring at the rear, while the forward line tie hole remains cleanly punched and ready for rigging.