Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F13, 1/4oz S (Silver) fishing spoon #8669

Weighing in at 1/4 oz (7 g), this balsa wood minnow showcases the classic silver (S) foil finish that has defined the Rapala legacy for decades. Measuring exactly 5" (13 cm), this particular specimen, cataloged under product code 8669, represents the larger end of the Original Floater lineup. The craftsmanship is evident in the precise application of the black back shading and the bright yellow eyes, a signature look for lures originating from the Ireland manufacturing period. This specimen is in 5/5 condition, showing a remarkably clean and preserved finish across its slender body. Equipped with three sharp treble hooks, it is designed to operate within a depth range of 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m) when retrieved. The clear plastic lip is securely seated in the balsa frame, ready for casting or trolling. The foil-wrapped body provides a subtle, metallic glint that mimics natural forage, a detail Lauri Rapala refined in his early designs to improve visibility in various water conditions.