Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2 (1960s), 3/16oz gold spinning lure #23580

Stamping on the gold blade clearly identifies this as a size 2 Aglia, featuring the classic British French patent marks from the mid-century era. Weighing 3/16 oz (4.5 g) with a total length of 2 1/4" (5.5 cm), this spinner showcases the precise French engineering that defined the brand's success. The segmented brass body leads down to a red plastic sleeve protecting the treble hook eye, a characteristic feature on these 1960s variations. Assembled in the USA using components manufactured in France, this piece represents the period when Todd Sheldon's distribution brought the Meulnart design to massive popularity across North America. The wide blade is mounted via a stirrup clevis, allowing for rotation against the water's current or during the retrieve. This particular example is in 5/5 condition, with the gold finish remaining bright and the markings sharp. A sturdy, dark-finished treble hook completes the assembly, maintaining its original factory specification.