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If it’s a wood lure, an x-ray reveals more info than a scan

cut the lip slot first, then cut out the body

Yes, plastic.

Can you post a picture of the lure? Also, how big is it? Is it a hollow body or solid?

I was once given a 3D scan to work on. In my experience; the files are massive and unworkable. Dave

3D scanning?... probably not... ive seen a few guys here use 3D printing to make molds, but usually of their own design.... maybe youll be the first, then some time in the future when someone asks about it again you can chime in

Once you trace your bait's outline on a rectangular block of wood, including the lip slot, you can use a hand saw, or a hacksaw, to cut the slot before you shape it, so you can cut it straight and at the right angle. I sometimes use a wooden miter box and a small dovetail saw. I clamp the bait to one side of the miter box, with the lip slot aligned with one of the slots in the miter box. Just go slow, and check both sides while you're cutting, to be sure they are even.