Red Eye Lures
Red Eye Lures: The History of the Legendary Evil Eye Spoon
History and Origin Red Eye Lures, based in Oakfield, New York, USA, operated until 1994. After this period, the brand and its product rights were acquired by Thompson Fishing Tackle and later transferred to the renowned Eppinger Manufacturing Co., famous for its Dardevle spoons.
Technical Features: The Secret of the "Red Eye" The brand's primary identity is the use of red glass or plastic beadsembedded in the lure's body. This design creates a distinct strike point for predators by mimicking the eye of a wounded fish.
Model Range and Specifications:
Red Eye Spoon: The trademark was filed on November 9, 1949 (Serial #71587552) and officially registered on May 26, 1953.
Evil Eye: The brand's most famous series and a federally registered trademark. It is a thin wobbling spoon featuring a single bead-eye, specifically engineered for trolling and casting. The trademark was registered on August 3, 1981 (Serial #73322156).
Effectiveness and Target Species According to the manufacturer, the Evil Eye lure delivers consistent results in both freshwater and saltwater. It is designed to catch a wide range of predators:
Northern Pike and Muskie;
Walleye and Bass;
Salmon and Steelhead;
Lake, Brown, and Rainbow Trout.
