kejeon Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 (edited) Hey folks, Just saw an awesome video about Japanese lure building and I really wanna share with you guys. And here we go, Enjoy! Those Japanese are crazy!!! Edited September 16, 2011 by kejeon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassnbrad Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 Thanks for sharing, That was pretty kewl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfingers Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 The precision he displays as he carves with a knife blade is really something. It is easy to see that he shows a lot of pride in the work he does. The precision he displays as he carves with a knife blade is really something. It is easy to see that he shows a lot of pride in the work he does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Mac Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 very impressive. you think he's been to the tackleunderground site? i'm curious about the price tag. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 If I made something that beautiful and intricate, it would never get wet! Thanks for the video. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Mac Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 i wonder what type of wood that is... it carves very very well. also, that foil process is crazy. since i almost always have some sort of glue on me, i see that process becoming a disaster in a hurry. it would be even worse if I was using pure silver like this guy too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 i wonder what type of wood that is... it carves very very well. also, that foil process is crazy. since i almost always have some sort of glue on me, i see that process becoming a disaster in a hurry. it would be even worse if I was using pure silver like this guy too! I was wondering the same things. That wood carved perfectly, with no grain that I could see. Maybe it's not wood, but some kind of fine grained, strong foam or resin. Either way, he's a master! I've watched silver leaf being applied to ornate mirror frames, and it is really thin, flexible, and strong. If he's using real silver, I'm guessing it's adhesive backed, so he just has to remove the paper backing and smooth it onto the lure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 I used to do some carving years ago. Thought about giving lures a try ... It looks like it might be Basswood or Tupelo. Both are great for carving and can be either hand carved or powered carved. With a sharp carving knife they carve like butter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverMan Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 A master builder, wish I could buy one of those. His hands will be a permanently curled position after 30 years of that! Jed 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nathan Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 Absolutely beautiful work!!..Nathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeyJ Posted September 19, 2011 Report Share Posted September 19, 2011 Found his blog and it is a treasure trove of information, although the Google Translate doesn't really do it justice: http://ginei-handmade-lure.blogspot.com/ From poking around on there it appears there are a couple different types of wood that he uses. I think I did nail one that he uses down to quarter-sawn Alaskan Yellow Cedar, which I know is popular with saltwater builders. If anyone knows Japanese they might be able to figure out what other woods he uses from this post: http://ginei-handmade-lure.blogspot.com/2010/10/blog-post_15.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Bass Man Posted September 19, 2011 Report Share Posted September 19, 2011 Great videos, Thanks for sharing them!! Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassguy Posted September 20, 2011 Report Share Posted September 20, 2011 Some seriously sharp knives as well. I just sat in awe watching him carve those baits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesternPacific Posted September 20, 2011 Report Share Posted September 20, 2011 i'm curious about the price tag. I checked out his catalogue and they run between about $170 and $250 each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazt* Posted September 28, 2011 Report Share Posted September 28, 2011 The video isn't showing up? And I don't see a link...can you post just the link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kejeon Posted September 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 (edited) The video isn't showing up? And I don't see a link...can you post just the link? I got no problem watching the video. Here is the link anyway. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TB5dml_9aJM Edited September 29, 2011 by kejeon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kejeon Posted September 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2011 Guys, I think this guy use basswood, and a very sharp knife. I know some of you may think harborfreight sells cheap tools, but this one is different. It's not cheap for tools at HFT, But still a deal for 5 sharp and durable knives. http://www.harborfreight.com/5-piece-woodcarving-chisel-set-95064.html I use those to carve basswood and I love them. It's as sharp as xacto, and I don't have to worry the thin blade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankie221 Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 the wood is from the japaneese hiba tree thujopsis dolabrata Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 A master builder, wish I could buy one of those. His hands will be a permanently curled position after 30 years of that! Jed You're right about that! I recently made the mistake of carving some detail for an hour with a thin handled exacto knife. My hands hurt for a week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Moreau Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 wow....WOW! That is truly inspiring!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokieangler Posted October 29, 2012 Report Share Posted October 29, 2012 Amazing! All of you guys at TU are really talented. The info you guys put out has really helped me and one day hope to have the ability that you all have! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
