Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 0, 3/32oz spinning lure #10196

Weighing in at 3/32 oz (2.5 g), the compact frame of this spinner features the iconic 'MADE IN FRANCE' stamp on the reverse side of its silver-toned blade. The white-faced blade is detailed with high-contrast black stripes and the signature '0 Mepps' script, marking it as a precision finesse tool. A solid brass body is comprised of a spherical bead followed by a conical weight, balanced to rotate around the wire shaft. On the terminal end, a sharp treble hook is dressed with a bright red sleeve that serves as a focal point for strikes. Assembled in the USA using French-made components, the overall length of this specimen measures 1 3/4" (4.5 cm). The condition is a 5/5, showing a clean finish and clear markings. Its mechanical design uses a cone rotation system intended to engage the blade immediately upon the retrieve. This particular item, recorded under product code 10196, represents the classic Aglia configuration that has remained a staple since its invention in 1938.