Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater, 1/4oz Natural fishing lure #1277
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| Product Code (SKU) | 1277 |
| Brand | Rapala |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/4 oz (7 g) |
| Length | 5" (13 cm) |
| Color | Natural |
| Country of origin | Finland |
Measuring 5" (13 cm) in length, this Finnish-made balsa body showcases the meticulous craftsmanship that has defined the brand for decades. Weighing in at 1/4 oz (7 g), the lure features a Natural color pattern characterized by a dark black back that transitions into a silver scale-patterned flank and a white belly. This specific specimen, identified by product code 1277, is equipped with three bronze-finished treble hooks and a signature clear diving lip designed to reach depths between 3.9 - 5.9 ft (1.2 - 1.8 m). The clear lip carries the embossed branding, a hallmark of authenticity for collectors of these vintage pieces. Originally hand-tuned and tank-tested, the lure shows its quality through a well-preserved finish, earning a condition rating of 4/5. Intended for both casting and trolling, its construction relies on the high buoyancy of balsa wood, allowing for steady retrieves or stop-and-go maneuvers. Yellow painted eyes with small dark pupils peer from the head, completing the classic minnow profile that has remained largely unchanged since the 1930s.
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