Mepps Aglia Inline SpinnerSize 1, 3.5g

Overview

Overview

The Mepps Aglia Size 1 is a 3.5g inline spinner built around the original French-style rotating blade that has made the Aglia name recognisable among anglers worldwide. The blade is designed to rotate at approximately 60° from the lure's shaft, producing flash and vibration even during relatively slow retrieves. This compact, weighted spinner is simple in construction yet highly effective, making it a reliable choice for light lure fishing.

At 3.5g, the Size 1 sits between the lighter 2.5g Size 0 and the heavier 4.5g Size 2 in the original Aglia range, giving anglers a little extra weight for casting and line control without moving into heavier lure territory. It comes supplied as a conventional treble-hook spinner and is available in Silver, Gold, Copper and Black finishes, allowing anglers to vary presentation according to light and water clarity.

For BLUFIN's sea fishing customers, the Aglia Size 1 is particularly interesting beyond its freshwater reputation. It has a long-standing specialist use as the basis for a baited spinner conversion aimed at thin-lipped grey mullet, as well as general application in light saltwater lure fishing.

Perfect For

The most notable sea fishing use for the Mepps Aglia Size 1 is as a baited spinner for thin-lipped grey mullet, where the treble hook is removed and replaced with a short trailing hooklength carrying a small single hook baited with ragworm. This technique is particularly associated with tidal estuaries and coastal rivers where mullet feed, with the rotating blade providing visual movement and vibration ahead of the trailing bait.

Beyond mullet, the Size 1 is also a workable option for light spinning in sheltered harbours, tidal channels and shallow coastal areas for species such as European sea bass, pollack and mackerel. It suits small fish and light tackle rather than heavy surf fishing, and is best fished around accessible, non-snaggy marks for pollack or within casting range for mackerel, rather than relied on for long-range casting.

Technical Insight

The Aglia's performance comes from its original French blade, which rotates around the lure's central shaft during retrieval at roughly 60° to the body. This wide spinning profile creates a regular vibration and flash through the water, and Mepps designs the blade to keep turning at slow retrieval speeds, so anglers don't need a fast retrieve to keep the blade working.

The weighted central spinner body helps keep the lure running true and assists casting on light spinning rods, while the choice of Silver, Gold, Copper or Black finishes lets anglers adjust reflectivity for different light and water conditions. As with any inline spinner, keeping the blade free-running and using an appropriate retrieve speed helps the Aglia perform consistently and reduces the risk of line twist.