Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 5, 1/2oz Gold spinning lure #5901

Stamped clearly with the iconic Aglia 5 branding, the polished gold blade on this spinner catches the light beautifully and reflects its classic French-American heritage. Weighing in at 1/2oz (14g) with a total length of 3 1/4" (8 cm), it is a substantial size-5 specimen that belongs in any serious big-water kit. The brass beads forming the body show a clean, bright finish, leading down to a signature red sleeve on the treble hook which adds a visual strike point. This specific piece, designated by product code 5901, represents the design philosophy popularized by André Meulnart and Todd Sheldon. Examining the hardware and the reflective surfaces, the condition is a solid 5/5, showing a very well-preserved appearance. The wide blade is mounted via a precision-stamped clevis, designed to rotate around the central wire to produce the distinct sonic vibrations Mepps is known for. It's a reliable choice for those targeting larger pike, bass, or heavy walleyes, keeping with the traditional profile that has remained a tackle box staple since the late 1930s.