Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Husky Jerk HJ 12, 2/5oz fishing lure #23818

A vibrant blue-scaled back transitioning into silver sides defines the aesthetic of this Finnish-made suspending jerkbait. Measuring 4 3/4" (12 cm) and weighing 2/5 oz (12 g), the Rapala Husky Jerk HJ 12 is engineered to maintain neutral buoyancy during pauses in the retrieve. This specific piece, identified by product code 23818, arrives in excellent condition with a rating of 5/5, showing a clean finish across its gold-toned belly. It is designed to reach depths between 4-8 ft (1.2 – 2.4 m), making it suitable for both casting and trolling when targeting pike or zander. The internal rattle chamber provides a specific acoustic profile during steady or stop-and-go retrieves, while three sharp treble hooks are securely positioned along the body.