Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 05, 3/16oz P (Perch) fishing lure #18781

Measuring 2" (5 cm) in length, the balsa wood body of this specimen showcases the classic Perch (P) color scheme with its dark olive back and contrasting yellow-barred sides. This Finnish-made lure, cataloged under product code 18781, weighs in at 3/16oz (5g) and is built for both casting and trolling applications. The oversized clear diving lip is designed to reach depths between 4 – 9 ft (1.2 – 2.7 m), providing a deeper presentation for targeting zander, pike, and perch. Visual inspection reveals the finish and hardware are in 5/5 condition, with the paint and treble hooks remaining exceptionally clean. The vibrant orange-to-yellow transition on the belly meets the textured scaling pattern along the midline, a detail characteristic of the craftsmanship found in early Rapala models. Stamped "Finland" on the diving plane, the construction remains robust for a variety of freshwater predators including trout, asp, and chub.