Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Husky Jerk 8, 3/16oz fishing lure #12156

Shining with a high-contrast gold finish and a deep red throat, this 3 1/4" (8cm) minnow features a classic neutral buoyancy. This specific Rapala Husky Jerk 8, carrying product code 12156, weighs in at 3/16oz (6g) and originates from the brand's manufacturing period in Ireland. The clear diving lip is designed to reach depths between 5-6 ft (1.5 - 1.8 m), keeping the lure in the strike zone during paused retrieves. Collectors will notice the 5/5 condition, which highlights the crisp finish and well-maintained hardware. The Irish-made era is characterized by reliable construction, visible here in the precise alignment of the treble hooks and the clear stamp on the diving vane. Designed for casting or trolling for species like pike, perch, and trout, the lure is weighted to sit level in the water column. The dark back fades into metallic gold scales, providing a natural baitfish profile when used with a stop-and-go technique.