Museum Archive: Vintage Vintage Mepps Aglia 2 (1950s), 3/16oz Gold spinning lure #4671

Stamped with the distinct "British Patent Brevete France" marking, this size 2 Aglia blade reveals its mid-century heritage. Weighing in at 3/16oz (4.5g), this specimen represents the early era when Mepps components were crafted in France and assembled in the United States. The 2 1/4" (5.5cm) frame features a series of solid brass beads and a ribbed weight that balance the gold-finished blade. On the reverse side, a crisp "Made in France" stamp confirms the origin of the mechanical parts. Identified by product code 4671, the spinner maintains a high collector quality, rated at 5/5. The original treble hook remains sharp and structurally sound, typical of the Andre Meulnart design that revolutionized the inline spinner market. The gold finish on the teardrop-shaped blade is uniform across the entire surface. This specific configuration, with its cone rotation assembly, was the foundation for what many consider the world's most successful spinner design.