Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz silver spinning lure #20352

Stamped into the silver blade of this 3/16oz (4.5g) spinner is the number 2, marking it as a quintessential Aglia size for versatile freshwater applications. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the lure is built around a heavy, ribbed brass body that provides the necessary weight for casting. The treble hook is equipped with a distinct red plastic sleeve, a classic attractor feature used to provide a focal point. Identifying as product code 20352, the specimen shows a 5/5 condition, with the silver plating on the blade remaining bright and the hardware showing no signs of wear. The blade itself is stamped with 'MADE IN FRANCE', a nod to the original 1938 Andre Meulnart design, though the final assembly took place in the USA. A smooth wire form and a precision-shaped clevis hold the blade in place, ensuring the assembly remains aligned during a steady retrieve. Specific vibrations are generated by the spinning blade as it moves through the water, a technical hallmark of the Mepps Aglia design that helps predatory fish locate the lure from a distance.