fozzieb Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Hello all, I've been pouring lead for about 10 years, and I am now wanting to make my own molds. Does anyone know what type of material to use to make my own molds. I've tried Paris of Plaster, and it didn't last, used Hydraulic Cement, and it didn't mold correctly, I've thought of aluminum, but thought that I might have to drill or use a dremmel tool to make my cavity the right way, but if there was another easier way to do this then I would try it. I have some small weight ideas that no one that I have ever seen has, and I have some larger ones made, but they need to be smaller and lighter to use down in the south and for fresh water. Most of our weights are 1/2 oz. and lighter, and I have 1/2 oz. weights that I am pouring, but I want to make a mold for a 1/4 oz. and 1/8 oz. weight as well. My new 1/2 oz. weight casts a mile, and is more sensitive on the bottom than most conventional weights. So if someone knows of an easier way it would most help. Thanks, Fozzieb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAWGHUNNA Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Have you tried Durham's water putty? It is available at Home Depot or Lowes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogajiga Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 If you want it done right by an expert : Collins Customs - Custom Mold Products He's probably backordered huge so don't expect quick delivery. Shawn has made me some excellent custom jig head molds from simple drawings and hook samples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee jigger Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Give this a try: The Perfect Replica Mold Just got mine in the mail today and i have jigs in the oven cookin..... Not a bad deal,beats having lead shoot out of a mold you think is dry. Out of da oven: Original is on the bottom: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braveviper Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Bondo body filler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redear Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 I had shawn collins make me a jig mold about six months ago, and It is so beautifull and precision made that sometimes I just get it out and marvel at it. yes he is probably backordered, but I have to tell ya, any waiting and there will be waiting, will be worth it. just email him and discuss the project. He likes to have a few hooks to go by, and actually uses them to proof mold when he's done to make sure it's right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reznob Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 Do-it Molds sells Blank Molds for Custom Design, they also sells molds for other lures, weights and jigs. I used the blank mold. I designed what I wanted, then had a friend that does tool and die work machine the design for me. It takes a couple to figure everything out, but it could be an option for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee jigger Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 I emailed Shawn Collins this a.m. with a picture of what i was looking for and got a response and price in a couple of hours. Thats service...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glaucus Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Bondo body filler. For $10/quart, body filler is cheap, fast, and effective for rapid prototyping lead lures/tackle! These were all poured using 'Bondo' molds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx202guy Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 I've been down the bondo road...not a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx202guy Posted October 10, 2008 Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 I've been down the bondo road...not a pretty sight. It is very difficult to work with in order to have a quality mold. I will say the items above are good for a bondo type mold. I had a custom silicone mold made by George at Custom jigs and spins...it was a 3 cavity for like 35 bucks. This was a couple years ago. I did find a place that sold the silicone. It is Poly-Tek. They will sell you a trial version (gallon) and will last for about 10-12 molds--maybe more. The price used to be about 140 bucks. They will give you directions and tell you what you need to get started. I make my own with this product now. there is a learnign curve and it can be a little messy but is worth it to be able to whip up a custom mold in an afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Grump Posted October 14, 2008 Report Share Posted October 14, 2008 202guy Could you explain further as to what you ran in to for problems when you tryed using Bondo? Thanks UG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
