Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Rok’t Dardevle, 1 3/4oz Fire tiger fishing spoon #19376

A classic Fire tiger finish defines the front of this Rok’t Dardevle, blending vibrant greens and yellows with a deep orange belly edge and bold black diagonal stripes. Measuring 3 1/2" (9cm) and carrying a substantial weight of 1 3/4 oz (50g), this specimen is built for distance casting and deep-water trolling for larger predatory species. Cataloged under product code 19376, the lure features the iconic devil-head logo near the tail, a signature mark of the Eppinger company since its early days in Detroit before moving to Dearborn, Michigan. Turning the spoon over reveals a rich brass-toned metallic back, cleanly stamped with the brand name. The hardware consists of a heavy-duty treble hook attached via a sturdy split ring, showing the rugged American-made quality collectors expect. Regarding its state, there are minor surface marks and slight paint thinning along the edges, giving it a solid 4/5 condition rating while maintaining a bright, functional appearance. The single attachment hole at the nose is cleanly punched, designed to accommodate a snap or swivel to manage the rotational forces inherent to this teardrop-shaped design. Every detail of this heavy spoon points toward Eppinger’s long-standing tradition of crafting gear that survives decades of use.