Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 1131, 1/4oz Bronze (Brass) spinning lure #1131

Stamped into the metal of the teardrop blade are the markings "MEPPS AGLIA 3 BRITISH FRENCH PAT.", a direct link to the 1938 French origins of Andre Meulnart’s legendary design. This specimen, assigned product code 1131, weighs 1/4oz (7g) and maintains a very clean appearance consistent with a 4/5 rating. The reverse side of the blade is clearly marked "MADE IN FRANCE," signifying the era when these specific components were manufactured overseas before assembly in the USA. Measuring 2 1/4" (6cm) in length, the lure features a weighted brass body with deep grooves filled with red pigment. The treble hook is equipped with a distinct red plastic sleeve, acting as a high-visibility strike point for trailing fish. Built with a specialized clevis, the bronze-toned blade is engineered to begin spinning the moment it enters the water, generating the specific mechanical vibrations that have made this model a staple for trout and bass anglers for decades.