Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #1103

Stamped with "BRITISH FRENCH PAT." on its face, the brass blade on this size 2 spinner highlights the early European engineering that defined the Mepps legacy. At 3/16oz (4.5g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the lure features a ribbed brass body and a treble hook wrapped in a vintage brown sleeve. This specific specimen carries the product code 1103 and represents a period when components were crafted in France and assembled for the American market. The back of the blade is clearly marked "MADE IN FRANCE," an indicator of the quality standards set by inventor Andre Meulnart. Rated at 4/5, the metal surfaces show a gentle maturation that confirms its authenticity while the mechanical parts remain tight and ready for the water. The Aglia is technically designed so the blade begins its rotation the moment it meets resistance from the retrieve. This piece serves as a tactile reminder of the 1960s era when these spinners became a staple in every serious angler's tackle box.