Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Hula Popper, 1/4oz Perch fishing lure #19653

Perch-patterned scales decorate the top of this 1 1/2" (4 cm) surface plug, showcasing the classic Arbogast aesthetic used to target bass and pike. Weighing in at 1/4 oz (8 g), this Hula Popper is built around a deeply cupped mouth designed to displace water upon the surface. This specific collector's item, cataloged as product code 19653, features a dark grey-green scale finish over a yellow-tinged belly. The iconic rubber skirt consists of supple yellow and white strands, a hallmark of Fred Arbogast’s innovations in lure movement. Originating from the USA, the body is equipped with a clean treble hook attached via a two-screw metal plate on the underside. Its condition is a top-tier 5/5, with the paint and rubber remaining exceptionally well-preserved. The hardware maintains its original finish, making it a fine example of mid-century American tackle manufacturing.