Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Jointed J7 (Finland), 1/8oz G (Gold) fishing lure #17594

Gold (G) scale patterning wraps around the sides of this vintage 2 3/4" (7cm) balsa body, accented by a dark charcoal back and a pale belly. This specific specimen, identified by Product Code 17594, was crafted in Finland and features the iconic jointed construction used by anglers targeting salmon, perch, and zander. On the leading segment, the clear plastic lip is clearly stamped with the "Rapala Finland" mark, positioned just below a vibrant red throat patch and yellow eyes with dark pupils. Weighing a delicate 1/8oz (4g), this floating model reaches a diving depth of 3.9ft (1.2m) to 5.9ft (1.8m) during casting or trolling sessions. The original hardware, featuring two treble hooks, is in 5/5 condition, showing the care this collector's piece has received. This J7 series remains a technical choice for trout and pike, relying on its articulated balsa frame for a precise underwater presentation.