Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 07, 1/4oz Chartreuse fishing lure #10188

Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm), this Finnish-made balsa body showcases the classic craftsmanship of a legendary deep-diving crankbait. Weighing in at 1/4 oz (8 g), the lure is equipped with original bronze treble hooks and a split ring attached to its oversized clear diving lip. The Chartreuse finish transitions from a vibrant yellow-green back to a pearlescent white belly, a color scheme specifically chosen for visibility in various water clarities. Designed for both casting and trolling, the Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 07 (Product Code 10188) is built to reach depths of 5–11 ft (1.5–3.3 m). Hand-tuned and tank-tested in Finland, the lightweight balsa wood construction provides the necessary buoyancy for targeting species like zander, perch, and trout. This specimen maintains an excellent appearance with a condition rating of 5/5, showing crisp paintwork and intact hardware. A subtle red accent under the chin provides a classic strike point common in these early European balsa models.