Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Jointed J-7, P (Pearch) Perch fishing lure #6856

Reaching depths of 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m), the articulated balsa construction provides that signature broken-back profile collectors look for in early Scandinavian designs. The P (Perch) finish on this 2 3/4" (7 cm) specimen features a vibrant transition from a dark green back to golden-yellow sides, accented by bold black vertical bars. Seeing the bright orange belly and the clean yellow eyes, it’s clear this piece has been well-preserved, earning a condition rating of 5/5. Mounted with two sharp treble hooks and featuring the classic clear plastic lip, the lure also reveals a strong fluorescent glow under UV light, highlighting the orange underbelly—a detail often favored by anglers targeting walleye or perch in stained water. Cataloged under product code 6856, this J-7 model represents the mid-sized tier of the series, intended for casting or trolling for species like trout, pike, and perch.