Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala MAXRAP, 1/16oz Light Blue fishing lure #5017

A weight of 1/16 oz (2 g) makes this Rapala MAXRAP a specialized finesse tool designed for casting or light trolling. This 2" (5 cm) Finnish-made plastic lure, product code 5017, is finished in a Light Blue color scheme featuring a scale-patterned silver flank and a vibrant orange belly. Showing the marks of honest use, the body displays several surface scratches and finish wear around the head area, resulting in a 3/5 condition rating. The clear plastic lip is designed to reach depths of 1–3 ft (0.3–0.9 m) during a steady or stop-and-go retrieval. It retains its original hardware, including two treble hooks that exhibit a darkened finish consistent with its history on the water.