Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Original Floater F9, G (Gold) fishing lure #8795
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| Product Code (SKU) | 8795 |
| Brand | Rapala |
| Condition: | Used — |
| Length | 3 1/2" (9 cm) |
| Color | G (Gold) |
A golden foil finish covers the hand-carved balsa wood body of this Rapala Original Floater F9. Measuring 3 1/2" (9cm), the lure features the classic slender profile that Lauri Rapala pioneered in the 1930s using buoyant wood. The G (Gold) color pattern on this specimen displays a dark-to-light gradient on the back, scale-textured golden sides, and a white belly. A small red paint accent sits right at the nose loop, providing a focal point. The clear, fixed diving lip is pitched to reach depths between 3-5 ft (0.9 - 1.5 m) when retrieved or trolled, mimicking wounded minnow action. Rated at 5/5 for condition, the exterior remains bright and clean, including the signature yellow eyes. Hardware consists of two belly and tail treble hooks secured by vintage-style split rings. Identified by product code 8795, this model remains a staple for anglers employing casting or trolling methods.
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