Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #1171

Gleaming brass components define the build of this size 2 spinner, which is a hallmark of the French-engineered Aglia series. Carrying the Product Code 1171, this specimen weighs in at 3/16oz (4.5g) and measures 2 1/4" (5.5cm) in length. The oval blade features a crisp stamp reading "MEPPS 2 AGLIA" along with the markings for "BRITISH PATENT BREVETE FRANCE," referencing the 1938 design origins by Andre Meulnart. The construction includes a segmented brass body and a three-pointed treble hook, all mounted on a wire shaft that utilizes a cone rotation system for the blade. Its condition is rated at 5/5, showing a very clean surface and legible lettering across the metal. This specific design became a staple in tackle boxes following its American popularization by Todd Sheldon in the 1960s, relying on its classic lure profile to attract various freshwater species.