Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz Orange / Nickel fishing spoon #2731

At a length of 1 3/4" (4.5 cm), the convex surface displays a vivid orange paint job detailed with a silver honeycomb scale motif. This Dardevle Spinnie, manufactured by Eppinger under product code 2731, tips the scales at 1/3 oz (9 g). The underside features a polished nickel plating stamped with "DARDEVLE SPINNIE GENUINE U.S.A." to denote its authentic American production. Lou Eppinger’s influence is visible in the spoon’s teardrop shape and concave profile, which is engineered for movement during a steady retrieve. This particular specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing clean paint and a highly reflective nickel finish. Its hardware consists of a sturdy split ring and a sharp treble hook, suggesting it was well-stored. Designed for use with lighter rods, the spoon's density helps it cut through the air for improved casting distance. The narrow nose is finished with a clean eyelet for easy line connection.