Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 5, 1/2oz Red / White / Brass spinning lure #10136

Brass components on this size 5 spinner show a warm, natural aging, particularly visible on the reverse of the blade where the "MADE IN FRANCE" stamp remains crisp and clear. Weighing in at 1/2 oz (14 g), this specimen features a striking red and white striped pattern on the convex side of the blade, accented by the classic logo and the number 5. The 3 1/4" (8 cm) profile is built around a sturdy wire shaft threaded with graduated red beads that display a subtle yellow-orange transition near the contact points. This design utilizes a cone rotation system, a French innovation from 1938, which allows the blade to rotate freely around the central axis. A sharp treble hook is secured at the base, protected by a segment of red plastic tubing that complements the bead assembly. Identified by product code 10136, the lure is in 4/5 condition, showing well-preserved enamel and clean metal hardware throughout.