Not well known about Fred Arbogast is that he was a competitive bait caster, reigning as the national champion in 1922, 1923 and 1924. The Red Head lure never had a Tail Fin. Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Cedar Akron Ohio On Lip 5/8 Ounce. 0 bids. LURE IS NEW IN SEALED PACKAGE! These were extremely limited and this lure is in the original box.The full story of this lure and all of fred arbogast lures are contained in the pages of the accompanying book: The Fred Arbogast Story. Two Big Tin Liz or Musky lures with the correct cardboard box. $25.00. ILS 48.48 shipping. Fred Arbogast Jitterbug FROG YELLOW BELLY Fly Rod Size NEW IN PACK. Original Red-eye Salmon Lure. The Arbogast Jitterbug and Hula Popper have been go-to topwater lures for largemouth and smallmouth bass for so long generations of anglers can identify the rhythmic “plop-plop-plop” of a Jitterbug or the solid “bloop” of a Hula Popper. He then began selling his lures to pay for his casting competitions, and eventually started making lures full time. I have a huge collection of Fred Arbogast Lures and Catalogs along with many Miscellaneous Items from the company. A very common and popular collectable lure. Come Join the Fun! ... Millsite River Runt Vintage Wood Fishing Lure BLUE WHITE. Take a close look at the photos. It’s not that they weren’t any good, rather that they were too good. 5" Long-3 HUGE Metal Treble Hooks-2.5"Metal Lip-OLD STYLE HARDWARE! VERY SOLIDLY MADE LURE! The following errors occurred with your submission. What Is It and What’s It Worth? But Arbogast’s biggest contribution to the world of fishing lures was probably the wooden, peanut-shaped Jitterbug, introduced in 1937 and patented in 1940. Maker of the Jitterbug, Hula Popper and other classic baits. Current values have been given as a guide to help sellers and collectors reach fair prices. Make Offer - Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Artificial Fishing Lure Hook Bait Akron Ohio USA. BOLD EYES! LOT of 2 VINTAGE 'Fred Arbogast' stamped fishing lures MUD BUG/JITTERBUG Lot of 2 vintage Arbogast fishing lures MUD BUG AND JITTERBUG. Fred Arbogast Jointed Jitterbug Vintage Fishing Lure, White w/Red Head. Maker of the Jitterbug, Hula Popper and other classic baits. The values of the many discontinued lures and colors have climbed rapidly over the last ten years. Audioquest Jitterbug . Shur Strike Yellow Red Head … it has 2 treble hooks. or Best Offer. In order to be able to post messages on the Bass Fishing Forums - The Bassholes forums, you must first register. And some Arbogast lures are also collectable, such as the Tin Liz, and the Spin-Tail Kicker. There's many lures that the Arbogast company has put out over the years that are highly collectible. There is also a musky sized Jitterbug. All Sales are final. Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Fishing Lure Yellow With Silver Ribs $ 15.00. Vintage Fred Arbogast Hawaiian Wiggler #2 Fishing Lure With Bottom Half Of Box. JITTERBUG is green/yellow body with bi-hook. Sports Vintage FRED ARBOGAST JITTERBUG MUSKY 5" Fishing Lure-Original! The Buzz Plug is an instant classic recently added to the Arbogast lineup. Articles, Great Discoveries: Law Student Finds Legendary Baseball Cards, Baseball Card Collecting Makes a Comeback During the Coronavirus Pandemic, By continuing to use the site, you are consenting to the use of cookies as explained in our. Lure States-FRED ARBOGAST JITTERBUG" On Front of Package and"JITTERBUG" On Top of Lure! From shop TumbleweedTreasures1. Originally made of wood, they are now made of plastic. $9.98 + shipping . The Fred Arbogast Jitterbug was first made in the late 1930’s and is in continued production to this day. "Fly Rodding for Bass" Fishing Kit VINTAGE NEW OLD STOCK!!! Fred Arbogast Jitterbug FROG YELLOW BELLY Fly Rod Size NEW IN PACK. Arbogast 3/8oz Jitterbug Legend Chrome. It's the only one I've seen with red ink...and I'd bet good money it is pre WWII. Unfortunately, from a money standpoint, Jitterbugs do not fall into that category. It's definitely one of the best top-water baits … According to the company's 50th Anniversary History booklet, the Jitterbug was 1st brought out on the market in 1938. The Jitterbug has never been out of production since Day One. @ Mo...quite right about the cheat-sheet idea...until you start to memorize the stuff, To date....this box is the oldest design by Arbogast that I know. Vintage Fred Arbogast Lure Collectors has 981 members. Fred Arbogast Hula Popper Fly Rod Size NEW IN PACK. 1/8 oz. 1950s Jitterbug . Please select your insurance company (Optional). Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Fishing Lure, 2 1/2" Long, Rough. The Jitterbug is my favorite topwater I`ve ever used. Vintage 40s Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Artificial Fishing Lure Bait Akron Ohio 2" ILS 193.88. Great post dave, I remember that wiggler. Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Artificial Fishing Lure Hook Bait Akron Ohio USA. Vintage Fred Arbogast Hula Popper - Black - 2 1/4 inch Body. ARBOGAST WHEEDLER ,VINTAGE BEAUTY FROM THE 1960S ,HARD TO FIND GREEN ,AKRON OHIO. no. $25.00. The box is old, and has 1/4 oz. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750, 50th anniversary cedar Jitterbug + Fred Arbogast bookThis auction is for a 50th anniversary Limited edition Cedar Jitterbug. Fishing Lure 2" Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Solid Black, 3 Vintage Fred Arbogast Jointed Jitterbug Fishing Lures, Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Wood Fishing Lure Blue Head. This is a vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Lure in excellent condition. Description: In his quest to become a better fisherman, Fred Arbogast began to design his own lures. C $11.56. The color is perch with a yellow belly. ILS 207.72 +ILS 52.91 shipping. Fred Arbogast Jitterbug FROG YELLOW BELLY Fly Rod Size NEW IN PACK. One of the most iconic fishing lures of all time is the Jitterbug, invented by Fred Arbogast in 1938. His successful designs include the Hawaiian Wiggler in 1936, the Hula Popper, also in 1936, and the Jitterbug in 1938, as well as inventing the world’s first rubber skirt for lures, in 1936. ILS 86.57 1d 5h +ILS 69.25 shipping. Buyer to pay $10.00 for Shipping and handling, Please contact us within 3 days of auction end. 5 Vintage Fred Arbogast JITTERBUG Lures Lure L@@K!!!!! It has a metal silver lip on the front, with typed letters JITTERBUG MFD BY FRED BOGAST AKRON OHIO. Payment is expected within 7 days of auction end,unless other arrangments, are made with seller.� At that time if no payment is recieved product is relisted and negative feedback left. Fred Arbogast Lures, made in Akron, Ohio, are some of the finest lures ever made and the major company I collect. See Price. Vintage Mint Fred Arbogast Hula Diver - Green Perch - 3 1/2 inch. And they are still made today. Fred Arbogast was one of the true pioneers of the fishing lure industry. This is the early model 2 piece mold that is put together lengthwise. Please enter a password for your user account. 2007 values .Please ask any questions before bidding and good luck.We will be happy to combine shipping on most items. He also broke the world’s long-distance casting record of 250 feet in 1924. Ending Dec 27 at 8:00AM PST 2d 15h. Note that passwords are case-sensitive. $9.99 + shipping . Shipped with USPS First Class. 10 bids. My 1o year old bought a fred arbogast jitterbug lure at a rummage sale for .25 It has markings of a frog, green pupils, and a yellow belly. One of them is the Jitterbug. Tuesday Night Chat - Every Tuesday at 8:30pm. First introduced in 1937, Fred Arbogast�s Jitterbug received its patent in 1940, one of the few early lures to be patented that is still available today. NIP Vintage Antique Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Lure G600 508 Cricket Frog 3/8 Oz Black Green Gold Eyes Stainless Steel Hardware 2 Treble Hooks TumbleweedTreasures1. Body only. $4.20 shipping. Started in 1925 by Fred Arbogast in Akron, Ohio. Vintage Fishing Lure, Fred Arbogast Hula Popper White Red Head. or Best Offer. We only accept Paypal. C $21.82 shipping. Collectors of vintage Fred Arbogast lures.Tin Liz,Jitterbug,etc.And info.Join Us! View My Other Items For Sale View My Feedback, If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Audioquest Jitterbug Usb Data And Power Noise Filter. arbogast jitterbug 5/8. There's many lures that the Arbogast company has put out over the years that are highly collectible. Thanks for the info Dave. 1950s Jitterbug Girl - Fifties Adult Costume Classic - Pleasantville By Rubieand039s. ILS 50.19 shipping. $3.50 shipping. If we do not hear from you we will assume that the item is not wanted and it will be relisted. Fred Arbogast Jitterbug FROG YELLOW BELLY Fly Rod Size NEW IN PACK. $35.00. From this humble beginning, the Fred Arbogast Co. became one of the largest suppliers of bass lures in the world. $7.50. The company was sold in 1997 and now the Akron, Ohio, factory stands silent, but thanks to PRADCO (Plastic Research and Development Group), several of Fred s original lures live on. Started in 1925 by Fred Arbogast in Akron, Ohio. Please enter a valid email address for yourself. I carry a small pocket guid with me when I am out shopping...lol! Vintage . Buy Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug fishing lure Nice Colors from only $18.00 Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug fishing lure old Rare. Items in the Worthopedia® are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members’ research needs. Please come back often and view new Arbogast … $17.22. C $6.41. $125.00. Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug … 50th anniversary cedar Jitterbug + Fred Arbogast bookThis auction is for a 50th anniversary Limited edition Cedar Jitterbug. $15.00. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Lure Early Clear Version w/2 Piece Box | Etsy Vintage clear jitterbug. ILS 40.40. All in all, he created 11 classic designs, most of which are still catching fish today, over 80 years later. Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Coachdog color. Great collectible or fish it. Click below to begin your paid subscription. VINTAGE FRED ARBOGAST JITTERBUG IN CUSTOM RED WING BLACK BIRD COLORS NICE BUG! Bright Florescent Yellow Color! Fred Arbogast Insert Pamphlet . Similar items on Etsy (Results include Ads Etsy sellers promote their items through our paid advertising platform alongside organic search results. vintage 1950s fred arbogast jitterbug fishing lure **|**|** vintage 1950s fred arbogast jitterbug fishing lure size: 3" good condition This book contains over 800 photos and three color charts which take the reader through the company s history. The Jitterbug�s double-cupped lip, placed at precisely the correct angle, produces the loud, rhythmic, surface-busting sound that … One of the classic American tackle companies. Search and ad results are shown based on factors such as relevancy and (for ads) the amount sellers pay per click. In the 1930s, Arbogast introduced a number of new lures, including the flat-headed Wiggler, which Arbogast dressed up with a patented rubber skirt to create the Hawaiian Wiggler. Hooks and hardware are perfect. $10.00. The Hula Popper, Jitterbug and Hawaiian Wiggler are just a few of the classic bass lures that Fred Arbogast designed, built and sold. These were extremely limited and this lure is in the original box.The full story of this lure and all of fred arbogast lures are contained in the pages of the accompanying book: The Fred Arbogast … This is a nice size Jitterbug in very nice condition. Lengths vary from between two and three inches and wight is under an ounce. 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Arbogast began by carving lures for himself and friends while employed by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. Fred Arbogast began producing the first Jitterbugs in 1938 out of wood (yours is plastic), and they are currently produced under the Arbogast name (but produced by Pradco, visit them online at http://lurenet.com). 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