Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 2, 3/16oz Gold spinning lure #5831
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| Product Code (SKU) | 5831 |
| Brand | Mepps |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 3/16 oz (4.5 g) |
| Length | 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) |
| Color | Gold |
| Country of origin | France |
| Type |
Stamped clearly into the 2 1/4" (5.5cm) gold blade are the words "BRITISH PATENT" and "BREVETE FRANCE," highlighting the European roots of this Mepps Aglia 2. Weighing in at 3/16oz (4.5g), this specimen carries the product code 5831 and represents the classic mid-century French design that revolutionized spinner fishing. The brass-toned body features a series of deep grooves, providing a distinct profile between the clevis and the treble hook. On the reverse side of the blade, the "MADE IN FRANCE" mark is crisp, a nod to Andre Meulnart’s original 1938 invention that eventually took the US market by storm. This specific lure is in 5/5 condition, showing well-preserved surfaces on both the gold blade and the hardware. The treble hook remains sharp and structurally sound, securely attached to the wire shaft. A small brass bead acts as a bearing between the blade clevis and the main weight, ensuring the mechanical parts sit correctly for rotation.
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