Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Jointed J7, 1/8oz fishing lure #15170

Weighing in at 1/8 oz (4g), the balsa wood body of this Rapala Jointed J7 measures 2 3/4" (7 cm) and reflects the meticulous manufacturing standards of its Irish origin. The color scheme is a striking combination of a polished gold metallic finish on the flanks and belly, which blends into a warm orange and deep red head. Fine black scale printing lines the top of the lure, complementing the classic painted white and black fish eye. The clear diving lip is stamped with the "Rapala Ireland" mark, identifying its specific era of production. This specimen, assigned product code 15170, maintains its original black treble hooks and hardware. With a condition rating of 5/5, the finish and articulated joint show no significant signs of wear or age. It is built for a variety of casting and light trolling applications, with the two-piece construction providing a unique silhouette in the water column.