Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug , 1/4oz Tiger fishing lure #4060

A distinct yellow eye with a black pupil peers out from the dark head of this vintage Fred Arbogast specimen. The 2" (5 cm) body is finished in a Tiger pattern, which on this specific lure presents as a dark, mottled back over a yellowish-cream belly punctuated by prominent black spots. Weighing exactly 1/4 oz (7 g), this model 4060 retains its iconic wide, heart-shaped metal lip that is responsible for the deep gurgling cadence when cast into open water. A splash of red paint remains visible at the throat, a visual detail intended to simulate a gill or injury. This specific lure carries a 4/5 condition rating, showing well-preserved paint and hardware. The two treble hooks are securely attached, with the front one anchored near the weighted belly section. Developed by Fred Arbogast in the late 1930s, this design relies on the heavy metal lip to generate its surface displacement during a steady retrieve.