Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #3628

Stamped clearly into the brass blade are the marks 'BRITISH PATENT' and 'BREVETE FRANCE,' identifying the international heritage of this Mepps Aglia 2. This 1950s-era specimen, product code 3628, features a classic brass finish across both the blade and the segmented body weights. Weighing 3/16oz (4.5g) and measuring 2 1/4" (5.5cm), the spinner is built around a central wire shaft that holds components originally manufactured in France and later assembled in the USA. The lure displays the gentle signs of its vintage, earning a 4/5 condition rating for its clean surfaces and solid construction. Originally engineered in 1938 by Andre Meulnart, the Aglia design relies on a cone rotation system that allows the blade to spin freely against the internal brass weights. The body assembly includes a tapered brass collar followed by a triple-ribbed cylinder, providing the balance required for effective casting into various currents. This size 2 blade is meticulously stamped with the manufacturer's name and patent information, leading down to a darkened treble hook secured by the original wire loop.