Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 4, 1/3oz Gold spinning lure #0694

Stamping "MADE IN FRANCE" on the blade immediately marks this specimen as a genuine piece of angling history from the original Mepps factory. Weighing 1/3oz (10g), this gold-finished Mepps Aglia 4, product code 0694, showcases a design that has remained largely unchanged since the 1930s. The assembly includes three bright orange beads on the central wire, followed by a treble hook sheathed in a red plastic tube. Measuring 2 3/4" (7cm) from tip to hook, the lure’s blade is precisely curved to utilize the Mepps cone rotation system. This technical detail ensures the blade begins spinning the moment a retrieve begins, regardless of the water current's speed. The condition is rated 5/5, as the gold plating and the red plastic accents are exceptionally well-maintained. Every marking, from the "Aglia" name to the size number, is clearly visible on the metal surface. It reflects the straightforward engineering that made the brand a staple in tackle boxes worldwide for catching everything from trout to pike.