Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Red Eye junior, 1/2oz Nickel / Green / Red Eyes fishing spoon #4884

Nickel and lime green finishes split the teardrop body of this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon, offering a high-contrast profile designed for visibility in various water clarities. Identified as product code 4884, this Eppinger Red Eye junior is built for the slow retrieves often necessary when targeting pike or perch in warmer summer conditions. The 1/2oz (13g) weight allows for precise casting, while the signature faceted red glass eyes are securely pinned to the metal to reflect light effectively. This American-made classic features a polished nickel reverse side stamped with the model name, showing the quality typical of Michigan-based production. Currently rated in 5/5 condition, the lure maintains a bright, clean surface on both the painted and metallic sections, equipped with its original, sturdy treble hook.