Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Hula Popper, 1/4oz Red / White fishing lure #2577

Red and white paint covers the 1 1/2" (4cm) frame of this Fred Arbogast Hula Popper, a color pattern that stands out as a true classic in surface fishing. Identified by product code 2577, this specimen showcases the iconic concave mouth that defined the genre of surface poppers. The off-white body displays clear, crisp red 'HULA POPPER' lettering on its back, a detail collectors always check for to verify authenticity. Its signature red rubber skirt remains supple, designed to create a lifelike profile even when at rest on the water's surface. Weighing 1/4oz (8g), it carries a single belly treble and a second hook tucked within the skirt, both firmly secured by the original hardware. The condition of this American-made piece is rated 5/5, presenting an exceptionally clean appearance that highlights the quality of manufacturing in the USA. The large, dark pupils within the painted red eyes give it that characteristic expectant look common to these early poppers.