Museum Archive: Mepps Aglia Long 1 Mino, 1/4oz spinning lure #18801

The 3 1/2" (9 cm) length of this Aglia Long 1 Mino showcases a hybrid design that pairs a traditional willow leaf spinner with a soft-plastic minnow trailer. Weighing 1/4 oz (7 g), this vintage USA-produced specimen (Product Code: 18801) features a red blade stamped with the Mepps logo and model size. A single fluorescent orange bead provides a visual focal point between the brass weight and the life-like minnow body, which transitions from a dark back to a golden-tan belly. The lure is rigged with a sharp treble hook positioned at the rear of the baitfish imitation for solid hookups. Presented on its original cardboard backing, the reverse side details the Antigo, Wisconsin origins and a classic fishing guide offer. This lure is unused, maintaining its original factory appearance as a deep-running spinner designed for a slim profile. The hardware, from the clevis to the wire shaft, remains clean and straight, reflecting the manufacturing standards of the period.