Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 08, 2/5oz Fire Tiger fishing lure #14885

Sized at 3 1/4" (8 cm), this balsa wood deep diver showcases the classic Irish craftsmanship often sought after by Rapala enthusiasts. While documented as Fire Tiger (Product Code 14885), the visual finish presents a traditional Perch pattern, featuring a deep green back that transitions into golden-yellow sides accented by bold black vertical bars. Designed to reach depths between 8-15 ft (2.4 - 4.5 m), the lure is a versatile choice for both casting and trolling for species like pike, zander, and large perch. Weighing 2/5 oz (11 g), the specimen is in 5/5 condition, retaining a very clean and bright exterior. The clear, elongated diving lip is clearly stamped with its country of origin, identifying it as a piece from Rapala's manufacturing period in Ireland.