cintaskevin Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Anyone using a blow torch to finish your swimbaits? I hear it gives a glossy finish to the baits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satterly Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 I use a heat gun for finishing. Less worry about overheating with it and provides a nice gloss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 I use a micro torch but mainly for cold cracks or slight imperfections. Heat gun sounds interesting though for larger jobs. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loco Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 never thought about it. can you guys post pics ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mradamh Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 This model is the perfect size for me. Got it on Amazon...I think I paid around 30 bucks for it. It's probably cheaper than that these days...There are larger size micro torches out there too... Here's a link to their site: The Pencil Micro Torch PT 4000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satterly Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 I got a small soldering torch off the snapon tool truck that does good for patching stuff and I also use it to attach eyes on plastics. Should be able to pick one up at any hardware store Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunnie3035 Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 If you want a shine then add a little white pearl powder to your plastic. If I get a cold crack or imperfection that I cant live with the bait goes back in the cup, in my tackle box, or in the trash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
