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  1. 06-05-2018, 11:33 PM #1
    Jeff Hahn
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    Need help finding this lure making part

    On the left is the Figure 8 link from Jann's that I use to make bladed jigs. It's a Size 3. On the right is a Size 1 Figure 8 link from Jann's. I prefer the Size 1, but the one that Jann's sells is made of a soft metal, almost like what you'd find in a jewelry making kit. After one or two fish, the link gets bent and the bait won't run well. Plus, continuously readjusting results in the link getting loose in the jighead. I really want to find more of the Size 1 Figure 8 links but in a harder metal. Any ideas...particularly of a product like this that is used in some other kind of manufacturing and not advertised as a lure making part?

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    #2 06-06-2018, 06:57 AM
    Mcmaster carr might have something
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    #3 06-06-2018, 07:31 AM
    I might be able to help you. What is the wire diameter and how many are you looking for? Better yet, PM me your phone number and I will call you to discuss.
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    #4 06-06-2018, 07:36 AM
    I changed out the line tie (link) on a Z-Man the other day. I used a Norman Magnum Speed Clip. Much stronger. Depending the size, you might look at the standard or Magnum size Norman Speed Clips as an alternative.
    Sorry, looked closer. You’re referring to the blade to lure eye connection.
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    #5 06-06-2018, 02:47 PM
    maybe these will work for you

    https://www.barlowstackle.com/Connector-Links-P835.aspx
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    #6 06-06-2018, 10:35 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by TerrysRanger374V View Post
    maybe these will work for you

    https://www.barlowstackle.com/Connector-Links-P835.aspx
    I've got some of those. They are slightly smaller than the size 3 in my pic, but way bigger than the size 1.
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    #7 06-06-2018, 10:37 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by cadman View Post
    I might be able to help you. What is the wire diameter and how many are you looking for? Better yet, PM me your phone number and I will call you to discuss.
    Will do.
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