Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater, 1/8oz Natural / Silver fishing lure #2722
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| Product Code (SKU) | 2722 |
| Brand | Rapala |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Weight | 1/8 oz (3.4 g) |
| Length | 2 3/4" (7 cm) |
| Color | Natural / Silver |
| Country of origin | Finland |
Natural Silver scale patterning defines the flanks of this 2 3/4" (7 cm) balsa wood minnow. Weighing 1/8 oz (3.4 g), this Rapala Original Floater carries the specific product code 2722 and represents the foundational design that put Finnish tackle on the map. The lure is balanced to operate at depths of 2-6 ft (0.6 - 1.8 m), functioning reliably for both casting and trolling applications. Inspection of the head reveals the classic yellow eye and a touch of red paint near the front tie, consistent with the hand-finished quality of these early models. This piece is presented in its original blue box, which bears the bilingual 'The Original Finnish Minnow' and 'Alkuperäinen Rapala - uistin' labeling. Its condition is a respectable 4/5, showing a clean body and intact hardware that retains the look of a well-cared-for vintage find. The original treble hooks are still in place, demonstrating the robust build of a lure meant to be fished as much as it is admired.
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