Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Husky Jerk 8, 3/16oz fishing lure #15094

Dark green and black vertical bars define the upper half of this Rapala Husky Jerk 8, transitioning into a reflective metallic side. Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g), this 3 1/4" (8 cm) jerkbait features a clear plastic diving lip designed to reach depths of 4 ft to 6 ft (1.2 m to 1.8 m). The orange-tinted belly adds a sharp contrast to the naturalistic perch-inspired pattern. Identified by product code 15094, this specific specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing no signs of wear on its plastic body or original hardware. Its internal rattle chamber and neutral buoyancy are hallmarks of the Husky Jerk line, which shifted Rapala's craftsmanship from traditional balsa into durable, suspending plastic lures. The silver-rimmed eyes and delicate fin detailing near the head provide a realistic profile for clear water conditions.