Museum Archive: Mepps Aglia 1, 1/8oz Brass/red spinning lure #17714

Weighing in at 1/8 oz (3.5 g), this size 1 spinner features a classic French-made brass blade decorated with red and white stripes and the iconic scripted logo. The 2" (5 cm) frame consists of a solid brass body with deep horizontal grooves, designed to provide stability and casting weight. This specific specimen, identified by product code 17714, remains in unused condition, with all metallic surfaces retaining their original factory luster. A small brass bead serves as a bearing between the weighted body and the clevis, ensuring the blade rotates around the wire shaft with minimal friction. Assembled in the USA using French components, the lure includes a red plastic sleeve over the treble hook shank, acting as a visual trigger for species like trout or panfish. The wire construction is straight and features a securely twisted eyelet for line attachment. Every element, from the stamped size '1' on the blade to the sharp points of the treble hook, showcases the durable build quality that made these spinners a staple in tackle boxes globally.