Museum Archive: Flatfish F6 Helin Tackle UV, 3/32oz FRL Fluorescent Red fishing lure #11910

A bright FRL Fluorescent Red finish, denoted as RFL on the original Detroit packaging, gives this vintage Helin Tackle specimen its striking visual presence. Measuring 1 3/4" (4.5 cm) and weighing a delicate 3/32 oz (3 g), this F6 size was specifically engineered for fly-rod applications, casting, or slow trolling. The lure is unused, appearing in its original cardboard box with the classic folded instruction sheet detailing the assembly of its signature spreader-bar hook system. The underside of the body features a crisp black "F6" stamp, identifying its specific place in the Charlie Helin lineup. Historically, these Detroit-made models under Product Code 11910 were prized for their ability to be fished at very low speeds, making them a staple for trout and panfish anglers. The hardware remains original, including the wire harness and the small treble hooks that characterize this early ultra-light design. The interior of the box lid retains clear markings for the Helin Tackle Co., located at Detroit 7, Michigan.