Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Sparkle Tail, Black / Silver fishing lure #5860

A distinctive hexagonal silver scale pattern adorns the dark back of this American-made vintage find. Produced by Eppinger, this Sparkle Tail (Product Code: 5860) measures 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) and features a deep Black / Silver finish that collectors will immediately recognize. The large black diving lip is molded as part of the head, sitting just beneath the prominent yellow-and-black painted eyes. A notable construction feature is the jointed tail section, which provides the namesake segmenting before the rear treble hook. This specimen is in 4/5 condition, showing gentle character from its time in a tackle box while maintaining clean hardware and a solid finish across the body and tail. The silver scale detailing remains crisp against the dark paint, highlighting the quality craftsmanship expected from a classic USA-manufactured lure.