Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 08 (Finland), 2/5oz S (Silver) fishing lure #16718

Silver (S) foil scales on a 3 1/4" (8 cm) balsa body define the classic aesthetic of this Finland-made specimen. Weighing 2/5 oz (11 g), the Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 08 is designed to reach depths of 8-15 ft (2.4-4.5 m) while casting or trolling for zander, pike, and perch. This specific lure, carrying product code 16718, shows an excellent 5/5 condition with clean hardware and a crisp finish. A dark, charcoal-colored back contrasts with the metallic silver sides, while a faint orange blush is visible on the underside of the head. The yellow-and-black eyes are positioned just above the long, clear plastic diving lip. Its floating nature is a direct result of the lightweight balsa wood core, a hallmark of Finnish lure manufacturing.