Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F11, 3/16oz G (Gold) fishing lure #15755

Coated in a traditional Gold (G) pattern, this balsa wood minnow represents the foundational design Lauri Rapala pioneered decades ago. Measuring 4 1/4" (11cm) and tipping the scales at 3/16oz (6g), the specimen identified by product code 15755 features a deep black back that transitions into shimmering gold sides and a pale belly. Its clear diving lip is engineered to take the lure into the 4-6ft (1.2-1.8m) range, whether you are casting or trolling. This specific Irish-made F11 model carries three sharp treble hooks secured by sturdy split rings, all of which remain in excellent 5/5 condition. Hand-painted yellow eyes with black pupils provide a high-contrast focal point against the dark head. The buoyancy of the balsa body allows for a variety of technical presentations, from surface twitches to steady retrieves.