Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F5, 3/32oz fishing lure #7793

Measuring exactly 2" (5 cm) in length, this Rapala Original Floater F5 features a striking finish with a red head that transitions into orange and neon yellow along the spine. Below the colorful back, a silver foil belly displays a detailed scale pattern designed to reflect light while casting or trolling. This balsa wood specimen, identified by product code 7793, was manufactured in Ireland, a detail often sought after by collectors of the brand. At a weight of 3/32 oz (2.3 g), the lure is fitted with a clear diving lip that enables it to reach depths of 2-6 ft (0.6 - 1.8 m). The craftsmanship reflects Lauri Rapala’s original 1930s vision, utilizing the natural buoyancy of balsa to stay suspended or rise during a stop-and-go retrieve. This specimen is in excellent condition, rated at 5/5, with the paint on the gill plates and the eye details remaining sharp and well-defined. The dual treble hooks are securely attached to the belly and tail hangers, maintaining the classic profile of this legendary Irish-made minnow.