Museum Archive: Vintage Rebel Floater, 1/4oz Silver Light Blue fishing lure #1241

Silver cross-hatch patterning over a light blue back defines the visual character of this classic American minnow. Measuring 4 3/4" (12 cm), the slender profile of this Rebel Floater is finished in Silver Light Blue, a color scheme designed to mimic the flashy scales of natural baitfish. It weighs in at 1/4 oz (7 g) and features a triple-treble hook configuration, which was a hallmark for these larger-profile jerkbaits to improve hooksets during shallow casting or surface trolling. The specimen is in 4/5 condition, showing well-preserved paint and original hardware that speaks to the quality construction Rebel is known for. The clear diving lip is firmly set, and the eye features a distinct yellow ring often found on these vintage USA-made models. Identified by Product Code 1241, the lure represents the era when molded plastic began to master the reflective aesthetics and durability required by serious anglers.