Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 4 Dressed, 1/3oz Silver spinning lure #17912
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| Product Code (SKU) | 17912 |
| Brand | Mepps |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/3 oz (10 g) |
| Length | 2 3/4" (7 cm) |
| Color | Silver |
| Country of origin | France assembled in USA |
Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, this specimen features a classic silver-finished blade stamped with 'MADE IN FRANCE' and 'BRITISH FRENCH PATENT.' The metal surface reflects the storied history of the Meulnart design, which gained significant traction in the American market during the 1960s. A series of yellow-to-orange gradient beads with distinct black spots form the lure's body, terminating at a red thread wrap just above the hook eye. On this particular item, the treble hook has been updated with a replacement and is finished with a dense hair dressing. Weighing 1/3 oz (10 g), this lure, identified by product code 17912, represents the collaborative assembly of French parts in the United States. Its condition is a solid 4/5, maintaining a clean appearance that showcases the quality of vintage Mepps manufacturing.
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