Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #1171
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| Product Code (SKU) | 1171 |
| Brand | Mepps |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 3/16 oz (4.5 g) |
| Length | 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) |
| Color | Brass |
| Country of origin | Assembled in USA / (components made in France) |
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.
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