Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Countdown CD9, 2/5oz TR fishing lure #23813

A vibrant TR (Rainbow Trout) pattern defines this Irish-produced sinking lure, featuring the meticulous paint details and scale-like foil synonymous with vintage Rapala craftsmanship. With a length of 3 1/2" (9 cm), this Countdown CD9 is weighted at 2/5 oz (12 g) and carries the product code 23813. The lure is preserved in 5/5 condition, with the balsa body and clear diving lip appearing crisp and well-kept. Engineered for both casting and trolling techniques, it is designed to sink to depths between 1.0 - 12.8 ft (0.3 - 3.9 m) to reach fish holding in the lower water column. The two treble hooks are securely attached to the belly and tail, ready for species like trout, salmon, or zander. The balsa wood construction offers the specific density required for a controlled sink rate, a hallmark of the Countdown series since its inception in Finland and subsequent production in Ireland.