Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 5 Dressed (squirrel tail), 1/2oz Brown Trout spinning lure #13518

"MADE IN FRANCE" is stamped clearly on the underside of the gold-toned blade, marking the European heritage of this size 5 spinner. Tipping the scales at 1/2oz (14g) and measuring 3 1/4" (8cm) in length, this Mepps Aglia 5 Dressed (Product Code 13518) features the traditional Brown Trout color pattern with its distinctive black spotting over a gold-to-brown gradient. The assembly includes a stack of vibrant yellow-painted beads on the shaft, leading down to a hand-tied treble hook. This hook is dressed with natural squirrel tail and turkey-quill accents, creating a full profile that targets large pike, muskies, and oversized trout. Condition is exceptional, showing no wear on the hardware or paint for a 5/5 rating. While the components were manufactured in France, the final assembly took place in the USA, continuing the legacy established by Todd Sheldon in the 1960s. The wide blade is mounted via a folding clevis, designed to spin the moment the lure is retrieved through the water column.