Museum Archive: Vintage Fred Arbogast Jitterbug, 1/4oz Black fishing lure #8671

A deep, uniform black finish coats this 2 1/4" (6 cm) specimen, making it a quintessential choice for low-light surface presentation. Stamped clearly on the upper back is the silver JITTERBUG branding, identifying this as a genuine Fred Arbogast creation from the 1/4 oz (7 g) weight class. The signature heart-shaped metal lip is securely attached to the front, designed to create a rhythmic gurgling sound during a steady retrieve across the surface. This model, identified by product code 8671, features prominent painted eyes with a distinctive yellow iris and black pupil. The belly and tail are equipped with two sharp treble hooks, standard for this size variant meant for bass or pike. Rated at 5/5, the lure shows a well-preserved surface and clean hardware, reflecting its place as a collector-grade piece of American tackle history. The screw-eye hook hangers and the overall build quality point to the durability Arbogast established for his designs starting in the late 1930s.