Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Red Eye Wiggler , 1oz Nickel / Red fishing spoon #8431

Faceted red glass eyes catch the light on this 1 oz (25 g) spoon, serving as a distinct target point for predators during a slow retrieve. Produced under the Eppinger brand after they acquired the design from Hofschneider, this Red Eye Wiggler (Product Code 8431) features a classic Nickel / Red finish on its 3" (7.5 cm) body. The nickel-plated surface is exceptionally clean, maintaining a brilliant reflective quality that pairs with the depth of the ruby-colored inserts. It is equipped with dual treble hooks—one at the nose and one at the tail—secured by heavy-duty split rings. This specific specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing the high-quality craftsmanship of its USA origins. The spoon's broad shape is engineered for effectiveness when targeting pike and perch, especially in conditions where a slower presentation is needed to trigger a strike. Stamped clearly on the reverse side are the manufacturer details, confirming its lineage in the evolution of American metal lures.