Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Weedless Dardevle , 1oz Five of Diamonds fishing spoon #5399

Yellow paint with five distinct red diamonds identifies this classic pattern as the Five of Diamonds, a staple in many heavy-cover kits. Weighing 1oz (28g) and measuring 3 1/2" (9cm), this Eppinger Weedless Dardevle (Product Code 5399) is built for working through vegetation. The obverse features the famous black devil face logo, while the reverse side reveals a brass finish stamped with the manufacturer's mark. For snag-free fishing, the design incorporates a large single hook shielded by a sturdy dual-wire weed guard, accented with a small bunch of red fibers at the attachment point. This specimen is in 4/5 condition, showing light surface wear and minor paint chipping near the edges from storage or light use. The hardware remains strong, including the top attachment ring and the rivets securing the weed guard assembly. Eppinger has been refining this Detroit-born design since 1906, maintaining a heavy-gauge construction that aids in distance casting.