Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Deep Tail Dancer-5, 3/16oz Shad fishing lure #7482

Shad coloring on this Rapala specimen features an olive-green back transitioning into a pale yellow belly, accented by fine scale patterns and a red gill flash along the sides. Labeled with product code 7482, the Deep Tail Dancer-5 is engineered to reach depths between 6 ft and 9 ft (1.8 - 2.7 m). The large, clear diving lip is designed for deep-water presentations, specifically suited for techniques like casting or trolling for walleye, salmon, and trout. Looking at its surfaces, the lure is in pristine condition, deserving a 5/5 rating for its clean finish and sharp hardware. This 2" (5 cm) model includes an internal rattle mechanism, adding a noise dimension to the lightweight 3/16 oz (6 g) balsa body. Two dark-finish treble hooks are securely attached to the belly and tail, showing no signs of use or age.