Bassinfool Posted October 16, 2012 Report Share Posted October 16, 2012 Hey guys, I'm pretty new to making soft baits so just looking for a little advice here. I've made a lot of baits just using dye's and glitters but have never put in any hi-lite or pearl powders. I generally make plastics a cup or less at a time as this is not a huge operation right now and I'm unsure how much powder is too little or too much. I would really appreciate it if some of you more experience gentleman could give me a quick reference or idea as to the approximate amounts to add for such a small batch. Thanks in advance and happy fishing! ~Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painter1 Posted October 16, 2012 Report Share Posted October 16, 2012 I'm not sure where I got them, but I have some measuring spoons that are marked "Dash" & "Pinch". I use a dash per cup of hi-lite for a subtle but noticeable effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassinfool Posted October 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2012 Do you have a standard measurement that your spoons would be comparable to such as 1/8, 1/16, 1/32? An approximate number is fine, I'm sure it will be a matter of experimentation once I start using it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toadfrog Posted October 17, 2012 Report Share Posted October 17, 2012 A pinch is what you can get between your thumb and forefinger , A dab is what you can get between the first three fingers and thumb . A dash is what flies out of the container when you tap it on the rim lightly . A knock is when you bang an open container hard against the rim of your container . Keep in mind some guys digits are larger than others . LOL Smidgeon 1/8 tsp Pinch 1/4 tsp Dab 1/2 tsp Dash 3/4 tsp to 1 tbls Knock generally 2 tablespoons respectively. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
