Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 1131, 1/4oz Bronze (Brass) spinning lure #1131
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| Product Code (SKU) | 1131 |
| Brand | Mepps |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/4 oz (7 g) |
| Length | 2 1/4" (6 cm) |
| Color | Bronze (Brass) |
| Country of origin | Assembled in USA / (components made in France) |
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.
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