Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia Long 0 Dressed, 3/32oz spinning lure #16911

A silver willow-leaf blade stamped with "AGLIA LONG MEPPS" serves as the primary attractor on this French-made inline spinner. Measuring 2" (5cm) and weighing 3/32oz (3g), the size 0 frame is built for finesse applications where a slender profile is required. The reverse side of the blade displays the "MADE IN FRANCE" stamp, reflecting the original manufacturing roots of the Mepps brand. Along the central wire shaft, a sequence of components including a brass stepped spacer, a polished brass bead, and a vibrant fluorescent orange bead provides both weight and a visual strike point. The treble hook is meticulously dressed with black hair, held in place by a red thread wrap that adds an additional pop of color near the tail. Rated at a condition of 5/5, the metal components retain their luster and the hair dressing remains thick and intact. This Mepps Aglia Long 0 Dressed, identified by product code 16911, utilizes its elongated blade design to offer less water resistance during the retrieve than a traditional round-bladed spinner.