Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F11, 3/16oz G (gold) fishing lure #19697

Balsa wood construction provides the structural foundation for this 3/16 oz (6 g) Finnish classic, a material choice that has defined the brand since Lauri Rapala’s initial 1930s designs. Measuring 4 1/4" (11 cm) in length, this specimen is finished in the Gold (G) pattern, featuring a metallic gold flank complemented by a dark spine and a clean white belly. The clear plastic lip is set to achieve a running depth of 3–5 ft (0.9–1.5 m) during casting or trolling. Carrying product code 19697, the lure is equipped with three treble hooks and shows a condition rating of 5/5. The yellow and black eyes alongside the red throat accent remain vivid, showcasing the high level of preservation for this balsa minnow.