Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Down Deep Rattlin Fat Rap , 3/5oz fishing lure #15521

A vibrant chartreuse and green finish covers the 2 3/4" (7cm) body of this Finnish classic, which shows an exceptionally clean appearance consistent with a 5/5 condition rating. Heavy-duty black tiger stripes run across the upper back, contrasting against the bright yellow sides and an orange-tinted belly. Identified by product code 15521, this Rapala Down Deep Rattlin Fat Rap weighs in at 3/5oz (17g) and features a substantial clear diving lip engineered to reach depths of approximately 21ft (6.4m). While the daylight colors are striking, the specimen reveals a specific visual characteristic under low light: the body and lip emit a distinct glow, making it a specialized choice for deep-water trolling. The hardware remains bright, featuring two original treble hooks. This deep-diving model represents the period when the manufacturer integrated internal rattles into their traditional profiles.