Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F18, 3/4oz Fire Tiger fishing lure #10675

Seven inches (18 cm) of hand-tuned balsa wood defines this classic Rapala Original Floater F18, a size often preferred for larger predatory species like pike or musky. Identified by product code 10675, the lure displays a green and gold barred pattern reminiscent of a perch, complete with a dark spine and a distinct reddish-orange chin. The clear diving lip, clearly stamped with its Finnish heritage, is designed to reach depths between 4 ft and 6 ft (1.2 - 1.8 m) during a steady retrieve. Weighing 3/4 oz (21 g), the body is equipped with three bronze-finished treble hooks that remain securely attached to the balsa frame. This specific specimen maintains its structural integrity with some light surface marks visible upon close inspection, reflecting a well-maintained 4/5 condition rating. The buoyancy inherent to its wood construction makes it suitable for various freshwater applications, including surface twitching or deeper trolling setups.