Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #1154

Stamped clearly into the brass blade are the words "BRITISH PATENT BREVETE FRANCE," highlighting this Mepps Aglia 2's European heritage. Weighing 3/16 oz (4.5 g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in total length, this size 2 spinner is a classic example of Andre Meulnart's engineering. The teardrop blade's reverse side features a "MADE IN FRANCE" mark, reflecting the era when components were manufactured in France before being assembled in the USA. Its construction for product code 1154 includes a solid brass weighted body and a small bead separator above the clevis to facilitate the blade's rotation around the wire shaft. The original treble hook remains attached, showing no signs of the hair dressings often found on later versions. Rated at 4/5, the lure shows a light softening of the brass finish that gives it an authentic vintage look while remaining clean and well-preserved. The wire form is straight, and the hook points remain sharp, consistent with a lure of this quality.