Museum Archive: Vintage Rebel Floater (1960s), 3/32oz fishing lure #13989

Measuring exactly 2 1/2" (6.5 cm) in length, this vintage Rebel Floater from the 1960s carries the product code F 50-06 (13989). The lure features the "Yellow" color pattern, which presents as a textured silver-scaled body accented with a distinctive red head, and weighs 3/32 oz (3 g). This unused specimen retains its original finish and shows only slight storage wear on the vintage cardboard packaging. The integrated plastic diving lip is designed to reach depths of 3ft (0.9 m), making it a versatile option for both casting and trolling applications. Its original hardware consists of two dark-finished treble hooks. The box identifies it as part of the "Amazing Minnow" series, representing an era when Rebel successfully transitioned from wood to durable plastic construction. Anglers typically utilize this model with a steady retrieve or a stop-and-go technique to capitalize on its natural buoyancy.