Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia Fluo 5 dressed, 2/5oz Brass / Fluorescent spinning lure #1122

Stamped with the "Made in France" mark on its reverse side, the brass blade of this Mepps Aglia Fluo 5 dressed spinner features a vibrant fluorescent gradient transitioning from bright orange to yellow and neon green. This size 5 model weighs 2/5 oz (12 g) and spans a total length of 3 1/4" (8 cm) from the line tie to the tail. The construction centers on a series of four neon yellow beads that provide a high-visibility profile along the wire shaft. For the tail, a hand-tied dressing of natural squirrel and deer hair conceals the treble hook, specifically accented with red turkey-quill fibers to add visual depth. Built with the classic cone rotation system, the blade is designed to spin the moment it engages with the water. This specimen, carrying product code 1122, represents the long-standing tradition of French-made components being assembled in the USA. It remains in excellent shape with a 4/5 condition rating, showing well-preserved paint on the blade and a full, secure hair dressing.