Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug, 1/8oz perch fishing lure #22236

A classic perch finish with a honeycomb scale pattern covers the upper half of this miniature 1 1/2" (4 cm) body. Tipping the scales at a delicate 1/8 oz (4 g), this Fred Arbogast Jitterbug represents the smaller side of the iconic lineup. The stamped aluminum lip remains bright and bears the distinct Arbogast Akron, Ohio markings, secured with two original screws. On the top of the body, the "JITTERBUG" name is still crisp against the dark green scaling. The underside transitions into a smooth, creamy yellow, leading back to a single rear double hook that shows no signs of wear. Finding these tiny versions in such a high 5/5 condition is a treat, as the paint remains vibrant across the entire surface. Every detail, from the oversized dark eyes to the secure mounting of the front bib, points to the quality US manufacturing found on this specimen, categorized under product code 22236.