crappiekid24 Posted March 19, 2008 Report Share Posted March 19, 2008 I am looking to possibly get into making spinnerbaits, buzzbaits and jigs but don't know where to start. I do tie flies and crappie jigs. I would also like to make my own skirts but really don't know what to do there. Any suggestions on what to get and how to get started is appreciated. Also do you guys use stuff from living rubber company? I have some for flytying and love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 Well, you need to read a lot of posts on the wire baits forum. There is a world of wisdom there. You need to make a decision on what you want to make first. Say you decide to make spinnerbaits. You need to pick a mold (Do-it makes good molds at a reasonable price). You need to order the hooks and wire forms necessary for the mold you pick. You then need powder paint, blades, swivels, split rings, beads and silicone pads for skirts. Barlows Tackleshop has all of this. I recommend you get skirt material and skirt tool from Charlie at fishingskirts.com. He has good selection, a good price, and a neat skirt making tool for $4.00. Hope this helps. Any specific questions ask on the forum or send me a PM. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappiekid24 Posted March 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 Thanks for the reply. I am not looking to pour lead for spinnerbait heads or jigheads. Thanks for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikel7@mac.com Posted March 20, 2008 Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 You can get someone here to pour spinnerbaits for you. If you are not going to make a lot you're better off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
