Vintage Fred Arbogast #3 Hawaiian, 3/5oz red/white/nickel fishing spoon #19597

Stamped clearly into the nickel-finished reverse, the names "HAWAIIAN" and "FRED ARBOGAST" identify this specimen as a mid-century classic from the Akron, Ohio, workshop. Weighing 3/5 oz (16 g) with a body length of 2 1/4" (6 cm), this #3 Hawaiian model, identified by Product Code 19597, carries a striking red and white finish. The white body is accented by diagonal red slashes, while the head features a sharp red paint job and a painted eye with a black pupil and yellow iris. A stout wire weed guard protects the hook, allowing for casting into thick vegetation where bass hide. The lure is finished with a rubber hula-style skirt in contrasting orange and dark brown strands. Showing only minor paint loss near the hardware and edges, the specimen maintains a clean look that rates a 4/5 in condition. The nickel plating on the back remains bright, showcasing the crispness of the original manufacturer's stamp from its USA production run.