Museum Archive: Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Red / White fishing spoon #2002

Tipping the scales at 1/4 oz (7 g), the vintage casting spoon showcases the Red/White finish that has defined the Eppinger brand for generations. This Dardevle Spinnie, identified by product code 2002, measures 1 3/4 inches (4.5 cm) and remains unused in its original Dearborn, Michigan packaging. Finding a specimen still sealed in the blister pack offers an unfiltered look at the factory-original hardware and the distinct devil head stamp near the line tie. The metal body is formed using proprietary dies, ensuring the specific balance required for casting. Mention of the Dearborn address on the card helps date this piece to the era following the company’s 1959 move from Detroit. The enamel remains vibrant across the oblong metal surface, showing no signs of age or storage wear.