Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Husky Jerk HJ 14, 2/3oz FT fishing lure #20309

Sporting the iconic Firetiger (FT) pattern, this specimen features a vibrant green back that transitions into a bright yellow and orange underbelly, all marked by bold black vertical stripes. Measuring 5 1/2" (14 cm) and weighing 2/3 oz (18 g), this size 14 model is built for targeting larger predators like pike, zander, and big perch. The clear plastic diving lip is designed to reach depths between 4 ft (1.2 m) and 8 ft (2.4 m) depending on retrieve speed and line diameter. Its construction includes three sharp treble hooks spaced along the elongated body, a hallmark of Rapala’s Estonian manufacturing era for the Husky Jerk series. This specific lure is a neutral buoyancy suspender and includes an internal rattle chamber to provide an auditory presence during casting or trolling. With a condition rating of 4/5, the body displays a clean finish with only minimal evidence of previous time in a tackle box.