Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 09, 3/5oz FT (Fire Tiger) fishing lure #14791

The high-visibility FT (Fire Tiger) pattern on this balsa wood body transitions from a deep green spine to a bright yellow flank, highlighted by sharp black vertical stripes and a subtle orange-red chin. Produced in Estonia, this Rapala Shad Rap Deep Runner 09 carries the product code 14791 and showcases the brand's classic construction. It has a weight of 3/5 oz (16 g) and a total length of 3 1/2" (9 cm). The oversized clear diving lip is designed to take the lure down to depths of 8 ft (2.4 m) to 15 ft (4.5 m), making it suitable for both casting and trolling techniques. This specific specimen is in unused, excellent condition, rated 5/5, with perfectly clean silver-tone treble hooks and split rings. Preferred for hunting pike, zander, or large perch, the floating balsa core is protected by a glossy, vibrant finish that shows no wear. The iconic Rapala eye remains crisp and centered on the yellow portion of the head.