Fishnsleep Posted November 6, 2017 Report Share Posted November 6, 2017 Hello, new to forum, got a lot of soft lead and some molds from friend moving out of state, OR to CA. Would like to try and make my own jigs for bottom fishing saltwater, mainly sea bass and ling cod. I think you would call them herring jig molds, would also like any input on painting, coating, powder coating? hook size, etc... Have never made a lead jig yet, trying to get some basics before starting. Any help is really appreciated. Thank you. Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anglinarcher Posted November 6, 2017 Report Share Posted November 6, 2017 (edited) Welcome Glen, good to have you on the site. First thing I suggest is posting this in the Wire Baits section. Those guys take care of the jigs and there is a large following there that are experts. http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/forum/21-wire-baits/ Second, hover your mouse over the top right of the screen where it says Activity. You will get a menu that has search at the bottom. Click on search and enter your question and years of data will come up. Last, those are heavy jigs, so be careful. Big heating pots will be necessary, larger molds then I have seen. Lots of issues, BUT it is doable and is a great idea. HAVE FUN! Edited November 7, 2017 by Anglinarcher 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
