Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F7, 1/8oz Fire Tiger fishing lure #12218

Carrying a distinct 'Finland' stamp on its clear diving lip, this specimen exemplifies the legendary balsa wood construction pioneered by Lauri Rapala. The 1/8 oz (4 g) lure features the iconic Fire Tiger color scheme, characterized by dark green hues on the back that transition into gold sides with dark vertical barring. At 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, this Original Floater F7 (Product Code 12218) is designed for versatility, effectively reaching depths between 3 ft (0.9 m) and 5 ft (1.5 m) when retrieved. The classic yellow-and-black eye remains sharp, and the two original treble hooks are in excellent condition, rated at 5/5. This vintage Finnish-made model is weighted for both casting and trolling applications, maintaining the buoyant properties that allow it to be worked at various levels of the water column.