Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Weedless Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Frog fishing spoon #11247

A distinctive Frog pattern featuring bright yellow crackle over a dark green base defines the aesthetic of this vintage Eppinger spoon. Weighing 2/5 oz (11 g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in length, this specimen is the Weedless Dardevle Imp, cataloged under product code 11247. The hardware is purpose-built for navigating vegetation, featuring a single large hook protected by a spring-metal weed guard and dressed with several strands of red feathers. On the reverse, the silver-finished metal is clearly stamped with "DARDEVLE IMP" and "U.S.A.", verifying its domestic origin. This lure is in 4/5 condition, displaying well with vibrant paint on the yellow eyes and minimal wear to the spoon's edges. The integrated rivet system at the base of the hook ensures the hardware remains fixed during a steady retrieve through snag-prone structures.