Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Weedless Dardevle Imp, 2/5oz Red / White / Nickel fishing spoon #4194

A 2/5oz (11g) casting weight allows this Weedless Dardevle Imp to reach into the thickest cover where large predators hide. Carrying the product code 4194, this 2 1/4" (5.5cm) spoon is finished in the traditional red and white stripe pattern over a polished nickel base. This Eppinger specimen features a single hook dressed with bright red feathers, held in place by a sturdy spring-steel weed guard designed for snag-free retrieves through heavy vegetation. On the reverse side, the metal is clearly stamped with 'DARDEVLE IMP' and 'EPPINGER DETROIT,' signifying its long-standing American manufacturing roots. The iconic devil head logo is neatly pressed into the metal near the trailing edge of the paint. Regarding the condition, this lure rates a 5/5, exhibiting a bright, clean surface and well-preserved paint. The nickel plating on the concave side retains a high-mirror shine, and the hardware is securely attached with no signs of use. The red feathers are supple and maintain their original volume, providing a sharp contrast against the nickel body.