Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Sputterbuzz, 1/3oz Frog fishing lure #15569

Bold black spots over a yellow and white gradient define the classic Frog finish of this 1/3 oz (10 g) surface lure. Measuring 2 1/4" (6 cm) in length, the Sputterbuzz by Fred Arbogast stands as a testament to mid-century American tackle design. A prominent silver-toned metal buzz blade sits at the nose, mounted on a sturdy wire frame to stir the surface. The front face of the body is accented with deep red paint, creating a focal point against the light underside. This specimen is outfitted with a two-tone yellow and black rubber skirt at the tail, which trails behind the body during retrieval. Dual treble hooks are secured to the underside, showing the robust hardware characteristic of the USA-made Arbogast line. Carrying the product code 15569, the lure is in 4/5 condition, showing a clean exterior and well-maintained components that have aged gracefully since leaving the Akron, Ohio workshop.