Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 Mino (with soft bait), 1/3oz Silver / White / Black spinning lure #5381

Silver, white, and black tones define the aesthetic of this Mepps Aglia 3 Mino (Product Code 5381), a piece that showcases the evolution of the world's most popular spinner. Measuring 3 1/2 inches (9 cm) in length and weighing 1/3 oz (10 g), the lure features a soft plastic minnow trailer rigged with both a belly treble and a tail-mounted single hook. The No. 3 silver blade is engineered with the signature cone rotation system, which allows for immediate rotation and consistent vibrations during retrieval. You can see the distinctive brass weights with red-painted accents on the shaft, providing the ballast needed for accurate casting into heavy cover. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, with the soft bait remaining flexible and the blade finish remarkably bright. Originally developed in France, this design has been a reliable choice for species ranging from trout to walleye. The black-on-white striping on the blade face creates a striking visual contrast during the retrieve.