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Hello, I'm still pretty new to lure making. I have made a dozen or so baits that work well, but I'm looking to improve my designs in a few main ways. My baits are made to target Muskie so durability is key. 1. Lip Material - I previously have made my lips from Lexan that I cut out using my Dremel. Its rough and inconsistent. I have access to a machine through a friend that can cut out metal lips. The material is even free. I got some lips in 2mm stainless and its not working. What material / width would you recommend? Is there a cheap and easy way to get better results from my Lexan? I read something about shears being able to cut it pretty well? 2. Through Wire - I currently twist wire up in my drill and use that for hook hangers. I like the idea drilling a whole all the way through the bait and putting swivels in the bottom, then threading the wire through the swivels. This seems more secure and easier than sawing my whole bait in half. Any advice on through wire? 3. Weighting? Or something else? - I have made quite a few baits that failed in an odd way. They float perfectly, not too much or too little. They go down fine, but they don't swim at all. They stay at a steady depth, but no action. Not enough weight? Weight in the wrong location? Thanks for any advice. Hopefully I will be knowledgeable enough to give some advice of my own in the future.
