Vintage Rapala F11 Original Floating Perch Ireland NOS Box & Booklet

Offered is a vintage Rapala Original Floating F11 balsa wood fishing lure in the classic Perch color pattern. This authentic Rapala was manufactured by Rapire Teo in Inverin, County Galway, Ireland, and comes complete with its original box and original instruction booklet.  This lure appears to be new old stock (NOS) and unused. The original finish is bright, the diving lip is clean, and the original bronzed treble hooks show no signs of use. The box has light shelf and storage wear consistent with age, and the instruction booklet is included.  The lure measures approximately 11 cm (4⅜ inches), identifying it as the desirable F11 Original Floating model. Irish-made Rapalas from the Rapire Teo production era are collectible, and complete examples with the original packaging and paperwork are becoming increasingly difficult to find.  Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the item's condition. Feel free to contact me with any questions before purchasing.  Thanks for looking!