Museum Archive: Vintage Rattlin' Rapala, 1/4oz Silver fishing lure #1246

Tipping the scales at 1/4 oz (7 g), this compact 1 1/2" (4 cm) lipless crankbait, designated with product code 1246, represents a classic piece of Finnish craftsmanship from the Rapala factory. The Silver finish features a smooth gradient from a dark back to shimmering sides, accented by a bold red-orange patch on the chin and traditional painted yellow eyes. On the belly, the "RATTLIN' RAPALA®" stamp remains clearly visible, documenting its authentic heritage. Presenting in 4/5 condition, the lure shows light handling wear and some surface oxidation on the metal hardware while maintaining its full structural integrity. The hardware includes two original bronze-finished treble hooks and a secure top-mounted line tie designed for casting or vertical jigging applications.