Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 3 Dressed (squirrel tail), 1/4oz red/white/brass spinning lure #22474

A solid brass blade featuring a distinct red and white striped pattern distinguishes this classic size 3 spinner. Weighing 1/4oz (7.3g) with a total length of 2 3/4" (7cm), the specimen is cataloged under product code 22474. The dressing consists of a natural squirrel tail, blended with brown and white hairs and accented by red fibers at the tail end, all secured with a neat red thread wrap. This model represents the transatlantic history of the brand, utilizing components made in France and assembled in the USA, a practice established after Todd Sheldon’s discovery of the lure’s effectiveness. The brass body displays concentric rings with red paint fills, matching the aesthetic of the painted blade. On the face of the blade, the '3' stamp and the iconic script logo are crisp. The condition of this lure is a solid 5/5, showing a clean brass finish on both the body and the reverse side of the blade. The treble hook is tucked securely within the natural tail fibers, showing the quality construction intended for targeting species like bass, trout, or northern pike.