Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Red Devle fishing spoon #21874

Stamped clearly into the silver-finished concave back, the names 'Dardevle Spinnie' and 'U.S.A.' identify this Eppinger classic as a mid-century staple for many tackle boxes. The 'Red Devle' pattern showcases the legendary diagonal white stripe against a deep red background, accented by the sharp black devil head logo. This specimen measures 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) and weighs 1/3 oz (9 g), making it a fine choice for traditional casting techniques. In a condition rated 4/5, the lure shows some honest wear with paint loss visible near the front eyelet, yet the majority of the enamel is well-preserved and smooth. The metal construction is robust, a characteristic that led the United States government to include Dardevle lures in survival kits for pilots during wartime. A single original treble hook is joined by a heavy-duty split ring at the tail, ready for its next outing or a place in a collector's display.