Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Countdown S7, 1/4oz S (Silver) fishing lure #10120

Silver (S) foil wrap covers the balsa core of this Rapala Countdown S7 (Product Code 10120), a design choice that has made Finnish-made lures a staple in tackle boxes worldwide. Weighing 1/4 oz (8 g) with a total length of 2 3/4" (7 cm), this sinking model allows for precise targeting of the water column between 5 ft (1.5 m) and 8 ft (2.4 m). The specimen is presented in 5/5 condition, featuring the classic yellow-and-black painted eyes and a subtle red detail at the throat. A clear diving lip is firmly set into the head, facilitating its use in both casting and trolling for species like trout, perch, or walleye. Dark scaling effects along the spine provide a natural contrast against the bright metallic sides and the white belly. Original hardware includes two belly-mounted treble hooks secured by durable split rings.