Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Comet Mino OO, 1/16oz Silver spinning lure #4720

Stamped with the iconic "MEPPS COMET MADE IN FRANCE" text, the silver blade on this specimen highlights its European origins before final assembly in the USA. Weighing in at 1/16oz (1.7 g), this Mepps Comet Mino OO, listed under product code 4720, represents a classic hybrid design that combines a spinning blade with a detailed baitfish profile. The 2 1/4" (6 cm) total length is dominated by a dark-toned, textured soft plastic body rigged with a sharp treble hook. Moving up the wire frame, five distinct red-painted grooves accent the brass weight, providing a bold visual contrast against the silver finish. The condition of this specific lure is rated 5/5, as the soft body remains supple and the stamps on the blade are crisp and clear. This particular variant showcases the early Mepps approach to multi-material lure construction, utilizing a small clevis to allow the blade to rotate freely around the central weighted shaft.