Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 dressed, 1/4oz Nickel spinning lure #2793

Stamped into the polished nickel blade are the words 'FRENCH PAT.', identifying the origins of the components that make up this Mepps Aglia 3 dressed spinner assembled in the USA. Measuring 2 1/4" (6 cm) and weighing in at 1/4 oz (7.3 g), this size 3 lure is a cornerstone of the Mepps lineup. The lure features a vibrant red ribbed body that sits behind a brass cone, which is part of the classic Mepps rotation system. Its treble hook is meticulously dressed with natural hair, combining dark brown and cream tones to add volume and a lifelike profile. This specimen, identified by product code 2793, remains in great shape with a condition rating of 4/5, showing only light signs of age on the metal surfaces while the hair dressing remains full and secure. The clear embossing of 'MEPPS AGLIA 3' on the blade face ensures its place in a collector's database as a prime example of mid-century terminal tackle. Its wide blade design is engineered for rapid rotation during a steady retrieve, a technical standard for the Aglia series.