Museum Archive: Rapala Original Floater F11, 3/16oz S (Silver) fishing lure #11650

Hand-crafted from lightweight balsa wood, this 3/16 oz (6g) minnow represents the foundation of the Rapala legacy. Measuring 4 1/4" (11 cm), the F11 model in Silver (S) features a classic foiled finish and black back designed to mimic common forage. This specimen, assigned product code 11650, remains unused and is accompanied by its original two-piece box marked with Finnish and English text. The clear diving lip bears the authentic 'RAPALA FINLAND' stamp, indicating a running depth between 3-5 ft (0.9-1.5 m) when used for casting or trolling. Three sharp treble hooks are spaced along the underside, anchored to the balsa body. The packaging highlights the 'Alkuperäinen' or original status of the lure, reflecting the design standards established by Lauri Rapala in the mid-20th century.