wnybassman Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 I recently bought a 5" stick bait mold, and was wondering the best way to cut the sprue off. I have been using a sharp utility knife, but thought there might be a better way. Kinda leaves a raw edge with salt hanging out. Does anyone lightly heat that cut end to "seal" it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atijigs Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 I recently bought a 5" stick bait mold, and was wondering the best way to cut the sprue off. I have been using a sharp utility knife, but thought there might be a better way. Kinda leaves a raw edge with salt hanging out. Does anyone lightly heat that cut end to "seal" it? If you have a lot of salt exposed dip just the tip back in the plastic. It will seal it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone2long Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 I use an exacto knife and roll the bait and cut in one motion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanmc Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 I recently bought a 5" stick bait mold, and was wondering the best way to cut the sprue off. I I just use a pair of scissors. It makes a quick straight cut and really, how much salt could be hanging out of the end of a 5" stick? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powerworm Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 (edited) we just pull ours apart and it leaves a nice flat area on the head it depends on whos molds you are using also to the size of the gate/runner coming from the sprue into the cavity. but if you have to cut them why not use a soldering iron with the flat blade then it is sealed end when your done? Edited April 24, 2011 by powerworm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marks Lures Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 I vote for the hot cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallie Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 I use a single edge razor blade. If you want to pretty up the end, I think it would be the quickest to use heat like from a candle or a propane torch. I can't see it being worth the effort though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnybassman Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Next time I'm out there pouring, I'll try dipping the ends in clear for about a 1/2 inch. I T-rig the baits many times (either dock skipping or punching weeds with a weight) and that might even toughen the ends up better for a hook. Thanks for the replies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfearme Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 i use a razorblade also with no problems. whats wrong with the salt being there? just worried about looks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnybassman Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 whats wrong with the salt being there? No real reason I guess. Looks kinda raw, and they are just for me, I'm not even selling them. I made a batch today and just rolled the cut ends over a propane torch real quick. Made the ends shiny and perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
