Museum Archive: Vintage Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap Floater RT 22 Firetiger Classic, 1/3oz RT 22 Firetiger Classic fishing lure #8445

Stamped clearly on the side is the 'FLOATER' designation, distinguishing this Bill Lewis creation from the more common sinking variants of this lipless family. Weighing 1/3 oz (9.5 g) and measuring 3" (7.5 cm), this lure carries the RT 22 Firetiger Classic pattern, characterized by its bold black markings over a neon green and orange gradient. A particularly noteworthy feature is the phosphorescent finish, which allows the body to emit an intense green glow in low-light conditions. The hardware consists of two clean, silver-finished treble hooks, and the iconic 'Trap' profile is finished with a classic black-and-white eye. This specific specimen is unused and remains in excellent condition, rated 5/5. Designed for casting and retrieving over shallow vegetation, the floating buoyancy provides a tactical advantage when fishing above heavy cover where standard traps would snag. Every detail, from the bright orange belly to the dark green head, is well-preserved on this piece, identified by product code 8445.