Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Aglia Long 1 Mino, 3/16oz Gold spinning lure #3622

Stamped with a deep, clean texture on its gold willow blade, this vintage Mepps Aglia Long 1 Mino provides a unique combination of flash and profile. The specimen, identified by Product Code 3622, measures 3 1/2" (9 cm) in length and weighs in at 3/16 oz (6 g). Its construction features the classic French-made components assembled in the USA, including a series of brass beads and a single high-visibility red bead situated just above the soft plastic body. The minnow imitation itself is a dark, naturalistic grey with subtle shimmer flecks, designed to follow the rotation of the gold-finished blade during a steady retrieve. Hardware consists of a sturdy treble hook tucked behind the soft bait, ensuring the lure remains balanced for casting. Showing a condition rating of 5/5, the gold plating remains bright and the plastic minnow body is supple without any signs of deterioration or usage. This specific model utilizes the 'Long' blade style, which is engineered to rotate closer to the shaft than the standard Aglia.