Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Hocus Locust Cicada, 1/4oz fishing lure #15408

Vibrant green wing patterns with deep black marbling cover the back of this 1 3/4" (4.5cm) Fred Arbogast Hocus Locust Cicada. Carrying product code 15408, this USA-made specimen features striking red eyes that provide a sharp contrast against its dark head. A distinct, wide clear plastic lip is stamped with the Arbogast signature and houses the front line tie, a design characteristic intended for casting and surface-focused retrieval. Weighing in at 1/4oz (6.5g), the lure is equipped with two sharp treble hooks—one belly-mounted and one at the tail—both showing clean metal finishes. This example maintains a 5/5 condition rating, with the paint and clear coat remaining remarkably preserved. The underside transitions into a lighter, creamy yellow hue, completing the insect mimicry that has made this model a staple for collectors of mid-century American tackle.