Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 dressed, 1/4oz Silver spinning lure #5830

Stamped clearly into the silver blade are the original French and U.S. patent marks, identifying this Mepps Aglia 3 dressed (Product Code 5830) as a genuine piece of mid-century angling history. Weighing 1/4oz (7.3g), this specimen features the iconic wide silver blade designed to rotate around a brass-beaded central shaft. Measuring 2 1/4" (6cm), the lure is finished with a classic natural hair dressing, hand-tied with red thread and featuring distinctive dark accents. This model showcases the era where components were made in France and assembled in the USA, a hallmark of the brand's growth in the 1950s. The brass body is constructed from several stacked rings that provide the necessary weight for casting into various water types. The condition of this spinner is excellent, deserving a 5/5 rating for its well-preserved metal surfaces and the integrity of the feathered dressing. A single treble hook is tucked beneath the fibers, while the simple, sturdy clevis allows the blade to engage with the water's flow.