When fred added the hula dancer to the arbogast product line in 1944, he said, i have experimented with and tried out the hula dancer in northern and southern waters. Arbogast jitterbug well respected as the topwater lure for night fishing, the jitterbug has proven its power to ignite explosive strikes throughout the day. The hula poppers pulsating skirt makes the difference even during the pause it moves like something alive for a killer action that results in vicious topwater strikes. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Be sure to see all of our other arbogast baits and all of the products sold at jbc outfitters. Arbogast hula popper has been setting the standard for. Introduced in 1941 by fred arbogast, the hula popper revolutionized topwater fishing. Here are 3 of the most famous baits the fishing industry has ever seen. In 1925, fred arbogast, who was a infamous tournament caster, a fisherman, and. Buy the arbogast hula popper and more quality fishing, hunting and outdoor gear at bass pro shops. Arbogast lures arbogast hula popper 14 yellow coach dog. Vintage fred arbogast lure collectors public group facebook. Welldocumented as a big fish catcher, the arbogast hula popper has been setting the standard for topwater fishing for over 50years. Arbogast hula popper for more than 60 years anglers have testified that the arbogast hula popper, with its pulsating skirt, is their insurance when all else fails morning, noon night. The following full page advertisement from the march 1948 issue of outdoor life is a thing of beauty. There are no warranties or representations of merchantability, of fitness, nor of any other kind, express or. Published on jul 18, 2019 get started throwing the new hula popper 2. In praise of hawaiian wigglers chesapeake light tackle.
Here you will find a multitude of fishing lures and related items that do not fall under some of the major tackle manufacturing giants of old such as heddon and shakespeare lure companies. But there is a topwater lure that is not only capable of getting strikes in colored water, but excels in it. Very nice vintage hula popper glass from fred arbogast. And the books are stored where the cigars are smoked. Todd larson, and i am a college history professor who writes on the history of. One of the most productive big bass baits of all time, the arbogast hula popper features a cupped mouth that creates a loud popping sound and leaves an enticing bubble trail.
Buy arbogast hula popper bass blackchartreuse skirt 1 14 online at low price in india on. It was the first surface lure to feature a hula skirt. History of the fred arbogast company, incorporated 19461997 book author signed. The jitterbugs doublecupped lip, placed at precisely the correct angle. A couple more quick tugs and bam a big bass grabs it and runs. Deadly when popped over submerged timber weeds or grass beds. He is the author of the book ohio made fishing lures and tackle. Get the best deals on arbogast vintage fishing equipment when you shop the largest online selection at. After the hula popper was introduced in 1941, it quickly established itself alongside the jitterbug as a surface classic.
Arbogast hula popper there is nothing more exciting to topwater anglers than having a big bass explode under their hula popper. Arbogast hula popper, topwater lures amazon canada. Arbogast original vintage fishing lures for sale ebay. Although this lure seem like a relic, it still remains on of the top poppers of all time. Hula poppers are deadly when popped over submerged timber, weed or grass beds. In the beginning it is always a pleasure to present the the earliest ad for a major fishing tackle manufacturer. In the following ad from the april 1947 issue of sports afield we see that the hula popper was first introduced as a flyrod lure. Fred arbogast seeins believin hula poppers are 5 boxed hula poppers in the seens believin colors. History lives behind hula popper topwater lure with its pulsating skirt deadly when popped over submerged timber weeds or grass beds hula popper noise wakes up any fish within hearing distance see more product details. Nice vintage fred arbogast hula popper drinking glass. The lure features a pulsating skirt to attract the attention of fish when the lure is popped over submerged timber, weeds and grass beds.
Fishing lure hook hangers vintage fred arbogast arbogaster vintage smithwick devils horse wood jitterbug tough helins f6 fishing lure design helins fishcake vib metal vintage norman deep metal fishing hard lure crankbait plug lure nr helin fishcake lazy ike wooden 2 vintage cotton cordell vintage fishing lures cotton cordell fred arbogast. Break out the ukuleles because the more things change, the more they stay the same. For nearly 60 years anglers have testified that the hula popper, with its pulsating skirt, is their insurance when all else fails morning, noon and night. Ive used the arbogast hula popper on many occasions, and its probably my number one go to bait for topwater fishing. New listing vintage fishing lure lot 44 hula popper, jitterbug, shakespeare 5 arbogast hula fishing skirts replacement fred arbogast. History of the fred arbogast company, incorporated 19461997. New listingvintage arbogast hula popper frog 1 12 topwater crankbait lure. Pair of vintage fred arbogast lures, jitterbug and hula popper. All items are sold as is, where is with all faults. The concave mouth throws water and produces a loud, fishattracting bloop each time the lure moves. Cant find your bid notifications and or order confirmations. Arbogast hula popper 316 oz fishing lure black coach dog.
Its the arbogast hula popper, and its likely created more anglers than any other lure. Whitefish press, fishing history, history of fishing, fishing books, books about. Pair of vintage fred arbogast lures in original box with brochure. The arbogast hula popper 1947 the ubiquitous hula popper fred arbogast did things a little differently than other lure manufactures. History lives behind hula popper topwater lure with its pulsating skirt deadly when popped over submerged timber weeds or grass beds hula popper noise wakes up any fish within hearing distance special offers and product promotions. Whether you are a collector of arbogast baits, interested in local akron history, or just love to fish jitterbugs, this book will be a revelation. Lot of 26 used vintage arbogast fishing lures jitterbug hula popper dancer etc. History lives behind hula popper topwater lure with its pulsating skirt. New listing 4 fred arbogast hula popper lures w 3 sizes lot of 4 vintage lures. Lily pads on the surface, hula popper floating among them. The books have very minimal shelf wear and light wear from original shipment or going through the press. The excitement of watching a big bass explode on a surface lure is as awesome now as it was 80 years ago. The next year 1948 saw the introduction of a new bait casting size hula popper.
Nice addition to any hula popper or arbogast collection. One of the most productive big bass baits of all time, the arbogast hula popper features a cupped mouth that creates a loud popping sound and leaves an. Scott heston is a long time tackle collector and a member of both the nflcc and orca. Catch largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and northern pike with the arbogast hula popper 2 lure. A well constructed, sturdy and razor sharp hooked lure to capture the big fish. Lure has never been used but has the tail strands drying out. First introduced in 1937, fred arbogasts jitterbug received its patent in 1940, one of the few early lures to be patented that is still available today. Arbogast hula in vintage fishing lures for sale ebay. Hula poppers are deadly when popped over submerged timber, weed or.
Offered for auction is a vintage fred arbogast hula popper. For one thing he quite commonly placed three or four ads in the same issue of a magazine. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. Saw some how to videos i disagreed with and thought id make my own. The legendary arbogast hula popper is as deadly on bass, pike and other gamefish today as it was when it first hit the market more than 60 years ago. Here are a few tips and tricks from ethan butler aimed towards beginners learning to fish the new arbogast hula popper. This bait has never disappointed me when it comes to producing fish. Vintage lot of 4 fred arbogast hula popper fishing lures nice lot great arbogast hula popper, 2 lure body, yellowblk back, blk coach dog vintage 38 oz fred arbogast hula popper. I like throwing this closer to cover and parallel to banks above grassbeds, or anywhere above structure. This book tells the history of the fred arbogast company, incorporated.
The fred arbogast company needs no introduction to collectors and fishermen alike. Its the pulsating skirt that makes the difference even during the pause it moves like something alive a killer action that results in vicious topwater strikes. It also includes longforgotten information on the history and creation of the worldfamous jitterbug and hula popper. One of his favorite lures was the arbogast hula popper a classic bait and always the prettiest one in his tackle box. The legendary arbogast hula popper 2 14 is as deadly on bass, pike and other gamefish today as it was when it first hit the market more than 60 years ago.
The hula poppers pulsating skirt makes the difference even during the pause it moves l. In addition t is an all black hula popper and a hula popper dealer box. Supreme topwater fishing lure the legendary arbogast hula popper is as deadly on bass, pike and other gamefish today as it was when it first hit the market more than 60 years ago. Fred arbogast is the founder of arbogast, and the designer of these two top water baits. Up for auction is a vintage arbogast hula dancer popper. Fred arbogast jitterbug hula popper fishing lure hall of. Lures such as the jitterbug, the hula popper and the hawaiian wiggler are as well known to fishermen today as to fishermen fifty years ago. Arbogast jitterbug wounded perchfrog yellow bellyfire tiger. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Very nice condition with all the lettering and graphics in tact. You have some of the most popular color schemes here. Since its introduction in the 1940s, the arbogast hula popper fishing lure has provoked explosive topwater strikes from millions of fish of various kinds, including largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike and musky. Dotato di frangia caudale in gomma, testa scavata in modo evidente per permettere gorghi e rumori a galla che attirano le prede in superficie spingendole allattacco. If your seeking certain lures not shown please contact us. Jitterbug yellow fishing lure with metal lip and twin treble hooks. Vintage fred arbogast hula dancer popper with box needs new skirt akron, ohio. Bass love this lure so much they fight over it in the water. In fact, its one of my favorite, and most productive lures for fishing in cover. Arbogast hula popper fishing lure, topwater lures amazon.
Scott caught his first big bass on his grandfathers hula popper and has loved fishing with fred arbogast lures ever since. Vintage fred arbogast hula popper new in box my bait. Fred arbogast akron, ohio hula popper 112, plastic. Blog how to fish and make memories with the hula popper. My favorite topwater lure, the arbogast hula popper.
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