Museum Archive: Mepps Aglia 2 dressed squirrel tail, 3/16oz Brass spinning lure #2593

Tipping the scales at 3/16 oz (4.7 g), this classic inline spinner features a natural squirrel tail dressing expertly tied over a sharp treble hook. Measuring 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) in total length, the lure is designated by product code B2ST G-BR and still retains a vintage retail sticker numbered 2593. The polished brass blade is deeply stamped with the iconic Aglia branding, reflecting the original French design heritage that has been central to the Mepps lineup since the late 1930s. This specific item remains unused in its original hanging blister pack, which identifies it as a product of Sheldons’, Inc., assembled in Antigo, Wisconsin. A distinctive red bead sits just ahead of the tail dressing, providing a sharp color contrast against the natural browns of the squirrel hair. The assembly utilizes a precision-clevis to ensure the blade rotates around the wire shaft during a steady retrieve.