I've been searching the web recently, looking for some insight and ideas, how to and how much $$$ to start doing it. I think it would be fun to do in the winter, make some one off baits, maybe try and replicate some and catch some big bass while Im at it........Anyone and everyone with some experience, step on up, I'd love to hear how you guys make em!
2018 Cougar FTD/V8 250 Pro XS
Colin Maple, Ft. Wayne IN
IRONHEAD JIG Co. EST 2010
I just started and finished my first balsa crank, I can tell this is patient work but whats better than fishing than thinking about it. I've done everything by hand so far and for me a band saw or a scroll saw is a must in my opinion.
I am to the point of putting on paint, It's sealed off, it floats the way I wanted it to, just gotta see how it swims. If It doesn't swim then it will be christmas orniment for my 3 year old.
It's fun, BUT, read and study everything you can before you buy parts, make a list and keep notes.
Have fun, I am!
It's easier to ask for forgiveness than it is to ask for permission.
Here you go Colin:
http://www.tackleunderground.c...-lure/
Gene posted this on TU in the How To Forum. It explains very well, how to start carving you lures. Good luck with it and be sure to have fun!!
Colin, some of the best baitmakers I know are right here. Big M, Fishwhittler and Bigbassman to name a few.
I see you live in Ft.Wayne and I just live about 40 miles south of you, if you would like to visit I always welcome new builders.
<table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by whittler »</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">Colin, some of the best baitmakers I know are right here. Big M, Fishwhittler and Bigbassman to name a few.
I see you live in Ft.Wayne and I just live about 40 miles south of you, if you would like to visit I always welcome new builders.
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Thanks John!! You carve some very nice ones as well friend.
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