Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia Long 0, 3/32oz spinning lure #8142

Measuring exactly 2" (5cm) in length, the streamlined profile of this size 0 spinner makes it a classic choice for ultra-light presentations. The willow-shaped blade features a vibrant multi-colored finish on the front, transitioning from a deep orange down to a bright lime green. Flipping the blade reveals a brass-finished reverse, clearly stamped with the manufacturer's hallmark indicating its origin in France. The central shaft carries a stack of brass weights, including a distinct large spherical bead and two smaller textured discs, providing the 3/32oz (2.6g) weight necessary for precision casting. A single, high-visibility neon pink bead sits just above the treble hook, serving as a strike point for trout or panfish. While the core components of product code 8142 are French, the final assembly occurred in the USA. Rated at 5/5, the specimen shows well-preserved hardware and paint, maintaining the crispness of the original black lettering on the blade face.