Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 1, 1/8oz Brass spinning lure #3454

Stamped clearly on the brass blade are the words "Made in France," a hallmark of the components that define this classic 1/8oz (3.5g) spinner. Assembled in the USA, this Mepps Aglia 1 (Product Code: 3454) features the iconic wide-profile blade mounted on a wire frame with a total length of 2" (5.0 cm). The weighted brass body is detailed with five rings of red paint, a visual contrast that complements the red tubing covering the shank of the treble hook. On the face of the blade, the "Aglia" and "Mepps" stamps remain sharp and legible. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, presenting a clean, bright appearance across all metal components. The small clevis is designed to hold the blade away from the body, ensuring the characteristic rotation for which Mepps is known. A vintage inventory sticker numbered 3454 is still present on the reverse side of the brass blade.