Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Red Eye junior, 2/5oz Nickel / Green fishing spoon #12815

Two faceted red beads act as the centerpiece for this Eppinger Red Eye junior, catching and throwing light to simulate the eye of a baitfish even during the slowest retrieves. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), the spoon's face is split vertically between a vibrant lime green and a polished nickel finish, a high-contrast combination that works well in varying water clarity. This specific lure, identified by product code 12815, features the deep, crisp stampings of "Eppinger" and "Redeye Wiggler" on its polished reverse side, confirming its American manufacturing roots. At a weight of 2/5 oz (11 g), it is outfitted with a reliable nose swivel and a bright treble hook. The paint remains vivid and the metal surfaces are remarkably clean, placing this specimen in a condition rating of 5/5. Designed by the same company famous for the Dardevle, these specialized Red Eye models utilize the wired-in beads to maintain a visual profile that predators can track when the lure is fished at low speeds.