Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Comet 1 Dressed (squirrel tail), 1/8oz White / Silver spinning lure #14256

Red dots on a white-enameled background immediately catch the eye on the size 1 blade of this Mepps Comet. Measuring 2" (5cm) and weighing 1/8oz (3.5g), this specimen represents a classic collaboration where components made in France were assembled in the USA. The "Comet" stamp is crisp, surrounded by the brand's iconic typography on the face of the blade. An interesting design feature of product code 14256 is the removable treble hook mechanism, which allows for quick swaps in the field—a detail clearly visible in the assembly under the brass weight. This specific version is dressed with a natural squirrel tail, providing organic texture to complement the metallic flash. The brass body consists of segmented rings with distinct red accents, matching the visual theme of the White / Silver blade. Rated 5/5, the lure shows a clean finish across all metal components and the enamel coating. The wire form remains straight, terminating in a tidy loop for a secure line tie.