Some modern anglers overlook this timeless classic, but make no mistake, Jitterbugs are still great topwater baits. FRED ARBOGAST … Old vintage FRED ARBOGAST bait WOODEN MUSKY JITTERBUG SURFACE BASS FISHING LURE One of the few early lures to be patented that long ago which is … He also won the ¼ oz. 4.6 out of 5 stars 837. Les meilleures offres pour (2) vintage Arbogast Jitterbug Fishing Lures sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spécificités des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! Arbogast 3 Pack Hula Popper and Jitterbug Hard bait Topwater Fishing Lure Assortment . First introduced in 1937, Fred Arbogast's Jitterbug received its patent in 1940. Unlike the classic popper the Jitterbug has a double cupped lip at the front which produces a melodic noise that drives bass and game fish nuts. 3:54. 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. 6 items. In the 1950s, until the present, there was a return to the metal lip, but the plastic body was retained. 4.7 out of 5 stars 826. i always change out one or both hooks to a lil smaller size. One of the few early lures to be patented that long ago which is still available today. First introduced in 1937, Fred Arbogast's Jitterbug received its patent in 1940. TOPWATER FISHING SENKO SECRET! Regular price $24.99. Jitterbugs classics before WW II were made of wood, during the war the manufacture switched to plastic. The popping action on this lure is amazing, and I love the skirt that comes with it. ILS 48.44. Well respected as the topwater lure for night fishing, the Jitterbug has proven its power to ignite explosive strikes throughout the day as well. Fred Arbogast was one of the true pioneers of the fishing lure industry. It's definitely one of the best top-water baits ever produced. The rods were either cane, or steel. 99. The Arbogast Jointed Jitterbug is an iconic lure and the Jointed Jitterbug 2.0 builds upon that legacy. He soon had to move into a larger house and hire employees to keep up with the demand, and eventually, have a full-fledged factory. 12 Arbogast Jitterbug lures in various sizes and colors Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge This auction is for twelve(12) Jitterbug lures made by the Fred Arbogast Company of Akron. Fiberglass had not been invented, yet. Fred Arbogast Wartime Jitterbug W/Factory Plastic Lip Vintage Fishing Lure ~1940 . Regular price from $3.49 Sale price from $3.49 Regular price $5.99 Unit price / per . NFLCC Tackle Collectors Arbogast Jitterbug 1993 Button. or Best Offer. The first-generation Jitterbugs had larger bodies than subsequent models, and had huge toilet-bowl hangers for the hooks. NFLCC Tackle Collectors 1976-1996 Arbogast Tin Liz Patch. In fact, the Jitterbug began in the 1920s as a failed attempt on Arbogast’s part to create a plug lure similar to ones being made by Heddon. You just can’t kill a classic……. Lures - Hardbodies: Arbogast Lures. Ohio, in various sizes and colors. $6.79 $ 6. ARBOGAST JITTERBUG 1/4OZ - 50MM LURE. ARBOGAST 3 NEW JITTERBUG LURES & 3 SPIN HULA DANCERS IN MUD-BUG ARBOGAST BOXES. All lures come in an attractive wood presentation box with a written history and a copy of the patent drawing. Well respected as THE topwater lure for night fishing, the Jitterbug has proven its power to ignite explosive strikes throughout the day. His first commercially-produced lure was the Tin Liz in 1932. $10.99 $ 10. Les meilleures offres pour Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Leurre Noir leurre Old Fishing Lures Crankbait sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spécificités des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! Sort By : $15.95 AUD inc GST. All it takes to succeed is an idea or dream, guts, courage, fortitude, and lots of hard work…..and Fred Arbogast had all of that, and more….. Although the original company was sold to PRADCO in 1997, the Jitterbug, as well as many other Arbogast designs are still available. 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. What makes this even more astounding is that not only were the bait-casting reels of that time very primitive, but there were no graphite, boron, or other high-performance rods available. He graduated in 1913, and, like many others, went to work at the relatively new Goodyear Tire and Rubber factory in Akron. in the dark its frustrateing untangleing hooks! Description du produit EH bien respectée en tant que le leurre leurres pour la pêche de nuit, le jitterbug a prouvé son pouvoir d'enflammer frappes explosives toute la journée. Arbogast Lures. Well respected as THE topwater lure for night fishing, the Jitterbug has proven its power to ignite explosive strikes throughout the day. At the head of the bait, a lower pull-point has been integrated to ensure an intense action in the water resulting in more of those heart-stopping blowups anglers live for. only downfall to this lure is these two hooks get caught up on eachother all the time. The Hula Popper is another topwater lure from Arbogast that also has a long reputation of catching fish. Arbogast Jitterbug Lures. The Arbogast Jitterbug is the most-respected topwater lure for night fishing, but also power ignites explosive strikes throughout the day. The original Jitterbug was made of wood, with a metal lip. His lure was the Spin-Tail Kicker in 1926, and the Fred Arbogast Lure Company was born. ILS 42.01 … Regular price $5.99. Regular price $12.99. or Best Offer. He was the first person to win the competition 2 years in a row. 14 Arbogast JITTERBUG Topwater Lures. Regular price $10.99. About About us Contact us FAQ's ... Arbogast Jitterbug G650-09 Coach Dog Orange Belly on Card Old Stock. In 1922, he set the World Record for distance casting in the ½ oz. Class with a distance of over 271 feet. He was a starting halfback on their State Champion football team. C $96.31. He entered his first casting competition in 1916, and won the championship in the ½ oz. C $25.68. Arbogast Hula Popper. Utile. Unlike the classic popper the Jitterbug has a double cupped lip at the front which produces a melodic noise that drives bass and game fish nuts. The Jitterbug's double cupped lip, placed at precisely the correct angle, produces the loud, rhythmic, surface-busting sound that is proven to be irresistible to bass, pike and other gamefish. A few new models were introduced, such as the long-bodied version, a smaller version, and even a jointed body model. Two Arbogast Jitterbugs and One Hula Popper. He soon had to move into a larger house and hire employees to keep up with the demand, and eventually, have a full-fledged factory. Arbogast began by carving lures for himself and friends while employed by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. It is one of the standard colors produced for the lifetime of the bait. 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. Arbogast Mud Bug Fishing Patch. Class with a cast of over 208 feet. One of the most recognizable lure names in the world The Jitterbug was created by Fred Arbogast of Akron, Ohio in the 1930's and patented in 1940. Jun 1, 2016 - Explore Tuskawilla Trader's board "Fred Arbogast Fishing Lures Crankbaits For Sale" on Pinterest. Regular price $19.99. Fred preferred short stiff rods of around 4-1/2 to 5 feet long, with only 2 guides on them to cut down on friction. Fred Arbogast’s Jitterbug was first introduced in 1937. Arbogast Jitterbug 5/8oz Pearl Black Herringbone -Very Rare-C $192.62 . Jitterbugs have a double-cupped lip attached at the front of the lure. As his lures began to become popular w He designed them in his basement, and they were very successful. As with so many who enter the lure business, it began as a hobby. Popping Bait Lure Hula Popper Spin Casting Original Box. OLDER FRED ARBOGAST ARBO-GASTER CRANKBAIT FISHING LURE . FREE Shipping on orders over $25 shipped by Amazon. C $19.25. Unfortunately, no one lives forever, and Mr. Arbogast passed away in 1947, at the much too young age of 53, after collapsing while ice-skating. 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. We Buy Lures Appraisals Buying & Trading Blog About expand. See more ideas about Fishing lures, Lure, Fred. His first commercially-produced lure was the Tin Liz in 1932. Regular price $8.99. Building upon the legacy of the original and wildly successful Jitterbug, the Arbogast Jointed Jitterbug 2.0 Wakebait features some key upgrades and a new look to help dominate the next generation of surface lures. Arbogast Jointed Jitterbug Yellow Color. At the same time, Fred was experimenting with different lure designs. ILS 50.09 shipping. (How to fish a stick bait) – KastKing - Duration: 16:59. Vintage Fred Arbogast "Bait Of Champions" Original Box 5 Hula Popper's One Heddo Since the Jitterbug’s birth in the 1930’s, many other topwater lures have come and gone, and the Jitterbug still remains a useful tool for bass fishermen. Mr. Arbogast was also an ace with a fly rod in both distance and accuracy. ILS 46.86 shipping. 2 Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug Fishing Lure Antique Tackle Bait Bass. Class with a distance of 162 feet…amazing considering the primitive state of bait-casting gear at the time. as bass anglers know-when the water conditions are right its a great lure. 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