Museum Archive: Vintage Mepps Lusox 1, 1/3oz Brass spinning lure #10198

Brass-colored spinner blade featuring a prominent red decal with 'MEPPS LUSOX 1' lettering identifies this specific US-made specimen. Measuring 3" (7.5cm) and weighing 1/3oz (10g), the construction is centered on a sturdy wire frame. The assembly includes a weighted lead head finished in white and black with a distinct red eye, followed by three stacked brass beads and a vibrant orange spacer bead. A red feathered treble hook is attached to the rear, adding a soft visual element to the metallic profile. With a condition rating of 4/5, the painted accents and metal surfaces remain well-preserved, showing only light signs of age. This model, identified by product code 10198, utilizes the classic interchangeable head design characteristic of the Lusox series, designed to assist with presentations in varied water depths.