Jig Man Posted January 4, 2018 Report Share Posted January 4, 2018 I haven't used my spoon mold for a few years. With all the cold we are having I've decided to do some winter spoon fishing. My mold makes 3/4 oz spoons. I'm using a #7 split ring and having a heck of a time getting them installed. My split ring pliers just won't open them wide enough to fit the thickness of the spoons. When I manage to get one on it is misshapen most of the time. Anyone got any tricks or ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anglinarcher Posted January 4, 2018 Report Share Posted January 4, 2018 I will get this started, but obviously a photo of the misshapen ring would help. 1) Sounds like if you are having troubles getting the ring open enough, you need a larger split ring pliers. They make different sizes. 2) Sounds if you need a larger split ring for your eyes if they are misshapen. It could be the small pliers are the problem, but a larger ring may also help. I hope this helps. I am sure others will chime in soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basskat Posted January 4, 2018 Report Share Posted January 4, 2018 (edited) I just use a big swivel. Snap rings, even the big ones, are just too much trouble on that mold. Edited January 4, 2018 by basskat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted January 4, 2018 Report Share Posted January 4, 2018 Buy heavier duty split rings, and bigger pliers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jig Man Posted January 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2018 (edited) So I did not know there were different sizes of split ring pliers. I'll have to check around and find some. Will these get the job done. https://www.barlowstackle.com/Premium-Split-Ring-Pliers--P1019.aspx Edited January 4, 2018 by Jig Man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Wetline Posted January 5, 2018 Report Share Posted January 5, 2018 These are what you want for larger, heavier split rings: http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Texas_Tackle_Split_Ring_Pliers/descpage-TTSRP.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jig Man Posted January 5, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2018 Would these be better for larger opening on larger rings? http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Texas_Tackle_Split_Ring_Pliers_Large/descpage-TTSR5L.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Fisher Posted January 5, 2018 Report Share Posted January 5, 2018 The green TT pliers are what I use for my big swimbait 2X split rings, size 7 and 8. They should help you quite a bit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimpNoodle Posted January 5, 2018 Report Share Posted January 5, 2018 I hate that jigging spoon with the lead eye. I'd much rather use the casting spoon. The hammered spoon is a PITA. I cast the casting spoon in sizes 1/2 to 2 ounce. I'm also a big fan of the Bomber style jigging spoon in all three sizes. Also the shad spoon and shad bait lure. Using lead spoons is a big part of the fishing here in North Texas. I normally have around 100 lbs of spoons in my boat. I try and have a couple dozen of each color in the most popular sizes, The top colors are white, chartreuse, silver, and white/chartreuse. Then I have to have a few of each size/color in the odd ball stuff. Then I need to have some of the fancy ones I paint. They add up quick. Here's some pictures. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jig Man Posted January 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2018 Thanks for all of the direction and assistance. It looks like a pair of a pair of those green handle pliers are in my future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasilofchrisn Posted January 9, 2018 Report Share Posted January 9, 2018 On 1/4/2018 at 1:47 PM, Jig Man said: So I did not know there were different sizes of split ring pliers. I'll have to check around and find some. Will these get the job done. https://www.barlowstackle.com/Premium-Split-Ring-Pliers--P1019.aspx Yes that's what I use for all my bigger split rings up to a size 10 which is the biggest split ring I have ever found. I use a ton of #6XH and they work great for that. Those pliers are made by Xuron and are a very good quality pliers and I highly recomend them for larger split rings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
