Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 1 Dressed, 1/8oz Gold spinning lure #18044

Gold plating on the oval blade, marked with the iconic "MADE IN FRANCE" stamp, highlights the European heritage of this #1 size spinner. Weighed at exactly 1/8oz (3.6g) and measuring 2" (5cm) in length, this specimen carries the product code 18044. The dressing on the treble hook consists of a thick tuft of natural brown squirrel hair, accented by a single bright red turkey-quill feather. This specific configuration, assembled in the USA with a French-made blade, features a tiered brass and red-banded body that sits securely on the wire shaft. The Mepps Aglia 1 Dressed utilizes a precise cone rotation system designed to engage the gold blade the moment it meets the water. Invented by Andre Meulnart in 1938, the Aglia's wide blade profile is engineered to turn steadily under various retrieve speeds. This particular lure remains in 5/5 condition, showing no signs of use, with the stamped lettering "MEPPS 1 AGLIA" appearing sharp and clear against the reflective metal surface.