Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 1, 1/8oz gold spinning lure #18735

Stamped with the classic 'British French Pat' marking, this gold-finish blade identifies a timeless piece of angling history. Weighing in at 1/8 oz (3.5 g), this size 1 Mepps Aglia, identified by product code 18735, features components manufactured in France and assembled in the USA. The gold-plated blade exhibits clear, deep embossing on both sides, including the 'Made in France' hallmark on the reverse. On the central shaft, the brass body is detailed with four red-painted grooves, providing a visual contrast against the metallic finish. A bright red plastic sleeve covers the shank of the treble hook, a hallmark trigger for many vintage Mepps spinners. This specimen remains in great form, warranting a condition rating of 5/5. The lure is constructed on a sturdy wire frame with a traditional top eyelet and a brass clevis designed to allow the blade to rotate freely around the central axis.