Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Dardevle Spinnie, 1/3oz White / Nickel / Green fishing spoon #5430

Stamped clearly on the nickel-finished back with the "DARDEVLE SPINNE U.S.A." mark, this 1 3/4 inch (4.5 cm) lure showcases the classic Michigan craftsmanship of Eppinger. A forest green and off-white diagonal stripe pattern coats the front, featuring the recognizable devil head logo stamped near the tail. Weighing in at 1/3 oz (9 g), the Dardevle Spinnie, product code 5430, is a versatile choice for casting or light trolling. The concave metal body is designed to provide a distinct wobbling action when retrieved. Its hardware remains in excellent shape, featuring a bright nickel-plated reverse and a sharp treble hook. This specimen is in top-tier condition, rated 5/5, showing a very clean and well-preserved finish. Eppinger's legacy in Dearborn, Michigan, continues through these lures, which were even trusted enough to be included in military survival kits during the mid-20th century.