Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Countdown S11, 3/5oz Silver fishing lure #17662

Clad in a classic silver foil finish, this vintage Finnish-made balsa lure remains a staple for anglers targeting deeper columns of water. The specimen is preserved in excellent, clean condition (5/5), showcasing the detailed scale pattern along its sides. Measuring 4 1/4" (11 cm) and weighing 3/5 oz (16 g), the Rapala Countdown S11 (Product Code 17662) features a weighted design that enables a controlled sink to reach depths between 9–13 ft (2.7–3.9 m). Its black back and prominent yellow eyes provide high contrast against the silver body, while the clear plastic diving lip is clearly stamped with the manufacturer's mark, confirming its Finnish origin. This balsa-bodied sinking model is equipped with two treble hooks for secure hooksets while casting or trolling for pike, zander, and salmonids.