Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F11, 3/16oz S (Silver) fishing lure #20506

A classic silver finish with a black back defines this Finnish-made balsa wood body. Weighing in at 3/16 oz (6 g) with a length of 4 1/4" (11 cm), this Rapala Original Floater F11 (Product Code 20506) represents the foundational design Lauri Rapala established in the 1930s. The clear lip is set for a diving depth of 3–5 ft (0.9–1.5 m), making it a staple for both casting and trolling. Three belly-mounted treble hooks are securely attached via heavy-duty split rings, showing the high level of craftsmanship expected from a 5/5 rated specimen. The Silver (S) pattern is accented by a bright red nose and yellow eyes with dark pupils, all protected by a smooth clear coat. Designed to mimic a wounded baitfish during steady or stop-and-go retrieves, the lightweight balsa construction remains a benchmark for buoyancy and responsiveness in the water.