Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia 5 Flying C, 3/4oz Fluorescent Yellow spinning lure #14406

Fluorescent yellow tones on the weighted rubber body distinguish this Mepps Aglia 5 Flying C as a heavy-hitting spinner meant for substantial water. Measuring 3 1/2" (9 cm) and weighing in at 3/4 oz (21 g), this specimen is a specialized version of the classic Aglia, featuring a lead core sleeved in a tapered soft plastic body to assist with long-distance casting and maintaining depth. The oversized blade displays a vibrant color shift from neon green to bright orange, accented by a sequence of red dots and the characteristic stamped branding identifying it as a size 5. Labeled with Product Code 14406, this lure was assembled in the USA using components manufactured in France, showcasing the international heritage of the Mepps brand. The condition is a solid 4/5, showing light, honest wear on the blade's finish and some natural darkening of the bronze-finish treble hooks. Because of its weight and the large surface area of the blade, this lure is typically used when targeting large salmon, steelhead, or northern pike in varied currents. The connection between the clevis and the wire form is tight, ensuring the blade rotates immediately upon the start of a retrieve.