Museum Archive: Mepps Comet 1 Detachable hook (1970s), 1/8oz silver spinning lure #19679

Silver-finished blades define this mid-1970s specimen, which retains its original luster on its vintage factory card. Weighing in at 1/8 oz (3.5 g), this Comet 1 features the clever detachable hook system designed for quick field changes, a practical innovation highlighted on the packaging. The 2 1/4" (5.5 cm) total length includes a grizzly-feathered treble hook tied with red accents, appearing perfectly preserved. This unused lure, rated 6, showcases the classic French-designed spinner style that Mepps successfully imported to the American market through Sheldons' Inc. in Antigo, Wisconsin. Stamped with the brand's signature logo, the blade is technically designed to rotate at a consistent 45-degree angle relative to the striped body. Found under product code 19679, the construction includes a brass-toned body with red painted rings and a simple wire-form snap that allows for hook replacement without cutting the line.