Museum Archive: Rapala Countdown CD5 (1960s), 3/16oz GFR Color Red fishing lure #20869

Dressed in the vibrant GFR Color Red, this vintage Finnish specimen reflects the craftsmanship of the late 1960s. Measuring 2" (5 cm) and weighing in at 3/16 oz (5 g), this Countdown CD5 is a specialized sinking balsa wood lure designed for precise depth control. The color pattern features a bold orange-red back transitioning into textured gold scales, a combination historically utilized for trout, perch, and salmon. This particular unit is unused, presenting a clean finish on the body and original metal hardware. It remains paired with its original green cardboard box and clear lid, which includes the authentic Finnish and English instruction leaflets characteristic of the 1967 production era. Marked with product code 20869, the lure is balanced to reach and maintain a fishing depth between 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) during casting or trolling. The box end label clearly identifies the CD-5 GFR designation alongside the original factory stamps.