Topwater plugs Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 What is the best epoxy clearcoat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonteSS Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Bob Smith 30 min Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Glenn Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 MonteSS times 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 3 brands are popular among lure builders. Bob Smith, Devcon Two Ton, and Envirotex Lite (aka Etex). All of them work well and each has a different set of peculiarities as far as the best application technique, etc. if you want simple one coat coverage, Bob Smith or Devcon are usually preferred. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallmouthaholic Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 8 hours ago, MonteSS said: Bob Smith 30 min MonteSS- Did you spray it or brush it? What types of products have you used in on? Wood-Lead ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW Lures Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 Does KBS have polymer in it? Don't know but the rest of the definition does describe KBS as an epoxy. Nathan turned me on to it. This clear is being used more and more in bait making. Dale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonteSS Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 I brush it on with disposable acid brushes. I dont thin it. One heavy coat flows out well. I only do one bait at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 Dale, KBS Diamond Coat is a one part moisture cured urethane. A polymer is defined as any heavy molecule made up of smaller molecules, so I guess KBS may become a polymer as it cures and its molecules crosslink. But I think epoxy is a different two part formulation that forms its polymer through interaction of its resin and hardener. You're certainly right that MCUs like KBS are becoming more popular for bait top coating. Thin, tough, glossy, waterproof and simple to apply. But not without some storage, handling, and coating regimen limitations. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Smallmouthaholic, I've never been very happy using epoxy on lead lures. It tends to be viscous and forms a coating that seems too thick to me. Plus if the lead has any sharp edges, epoxy will pull away from them during curing and leave a thin coating that will quickly wear away under heavy use, e.g. a jig head. Personally, I like a moisture cured urethane on metal or lead lures. KBS Diamond coat or Dick Nite S81 gets my nod. They form a thin tough coating that adheres well to metals and is chip resistant. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Clear nail polish works, and lets you add glitter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleT Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 I haven't been building lures very long and the only top coat that I have experience with is etex. I am very happy with it though. If measured and mixed correctly it gives me a beautiful finish. I also apply three coats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodieb8 Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 envirotex on wood lures for us..gallons every year..slo and steady lol. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gliders Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Wish I could buy by the gallon over here woodieb8, doesn't work out any cheaper no matter the quantity for me. Bummer ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Young Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 If you use D2T, I recommend thinning with a drop or three of denatured alcohol (depending on how many or how big of a batch you do. Thinner epoxies like E tex or Art resin (by far the clearest and uv protected) tend to be more flexible. Use a lure turner to ensure a smooth topcoat free from runs. http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/topic/31513-high-volume-cheap-lure-turner-lure-holders/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
