Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original, 3/16oz Golden / Natural fishing lure #0221

Weighing in at 3/16 oz (5 g), this vintage balsa wood minnow proudly displays the "Finland" stamp on its white belly, a hallmark of its heritage. The 10 cm (4 inch) body is finished in a Golden / Natural pattern, featuring a shimmering gold scale foil side that transitions into a solid black back. This specific specimen, identified by product code 0221, maintains a 4/5 condition with the hardware and finish showing well. Three treble hooks are spaced along the underside, reflecting the classic hardware configuration for this length. The clear plastic lip is designed to take the lure to depths of 3–5 ft (0.9–1.5 m) on a steady retrieve. A red accent at the throat adds a subtle trigger point just behind the line tie, which is part of the through-wire construction synonymous with Rapala’s long-standing reputation for durability.