SlowFISH Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 Hey guys looking for some guidance / help.... I want to make a custom jig mold based on the the VMC rugby jig - but with a more pointed lead/head for fishing the weeds. I'm having a hard time finding a hook that would be suitable. It needs to be a worm hook with a "z" bend... but have extra length in the upper portion between the eye and the bend. Owner has the Ultra Head jigs with a hook that would work great - but I don't see that hook offered in their catalog. Obviously VMC has the Rugby jig... but don't offer just the hook as far as I can tell.... and I've already purchased their 7319/6319 extra length worm hooks.... they "almost" work - but are just a bit short to add enough weight for what I want to do. This is pic of the owner ultrahead with a REALLY long segment between the eye and bend to explain what I'm looking for. If anyone has a lead on where I might find something that would work - would be greatly appreciated... I'm not particular to any brand... so fire away with any suggestions..... other than just living with the rugby jigs!!! LOL!! Thanks. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 (edited) Why not use a hook of your choice and use a connector link/figure8 molded into the lead? That would be my preference. Allowing you different hooks and angle choices. http://www.lurepartsonline.com/Online-Store/Misc-Hardware/Figure-8-Links.html https://www.barlowstackle.com/Connector-Links-P835.aspx Edited June 29, 2018 by 21xdc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowFISH Posted June 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 30, 2018 On 6/29/2018 at 4:55 AM, 21xdc said: Why not use a hook of your choice and use a connector link/figure8 molded into the lead? That would be my preference. Allowing you different hooks and angle choices. http://www.lurepartsonline.com/Online-Store/Misc-Hardware/Figure-8-Links.html https://www.barlowstackle.com/Connector-Links-P835.aspx That might be an option... I'll take a look as I have some eyelets... Might also try to contact VMC/Owner adn see if those hook will be available as that would be my first choice to insure the strength of the ji. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smalljaw Posted July 1, 2018 Report Share Posted July 1, 2018 15 hours ago, SlowFISH said: That might be an option... I'll take a look as I have some eyelets... Might also try to contact VMC/Owner adn see if those hook will be available as that would be my first choice to insure the strength of the ji. J. I think using the links will be your best option. I contacted VMC to see if there was a way to get their size #1 flat eye jig hook that they use for their marabou jig . The first problem was trying to get in touch with someone that could help me, but I was finally able to get an email from a rep by going through Rapala. I was told that if it isn't in their hook catalog then it isn't available to the general public. As for Owner, well you'll be contacting Owner USA and they will tell you something similar, if it isn't in their product listing then it isn't for sale. The closest hook that might work for you would be the Charlie Brewer Spider hooks, check out the link and maybe one of their hooks might help you. https://sliderfishing.com/category.sc?categoryId=47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted July 1, 2018 Report Share Posted July 1, 2018 Great find. I forgot about these.. I'd make/modify a mold for these if the size would work... https://sliderfishing.com/product.sc?productId=23&categoryId=47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted July 1, 2018 Report Share Posted July 1, 2018 (edited) Have you seen these? https://sliderfishing.com/category.sc?categoryId=74 https://sliderfishing.com/category.sc?categoryId=25 All ready to go... Edited July 1, 2018 by 21xdc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkin Posted July 1, 2018 Report Share Posted July 1, 2018 Look at theG584LS on captainhooks website under worm hooks. This is the jobee jighead hook. Allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted July 2, 2018 Report Share Posted July 2, 2018 Only available in 4/0 https://www.captainhookswarehouse.com/index.cfm?page=detail&hookid=515&view=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted July 2, 2018 Report Share Posted July 2, 2018 On 6/29/2018 at 1:55 AM, 21xdc said: Why not use a hook of your choice and use a connector link/figure8 molded into the lead? That would be my preference. Allowing you different hooks and angle choices. http://www.lurepartsonline.com/Online-Store/Misc-Hardware/Figure-8-Links.html https://www.barlowstackle.com/Connector-Links-P835.aspx If these will work they seem like the perfect solution, so you can use any hook you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowFISH Posted July 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2018 On 7/1/2018 at 8:23 AM, 21xdc said: Have you seen these? https://sliderfishing.com/category.sc?categoryId=74 https://sliderfishing.com/category.sc?categoryId=25 All ready to go... 19 hours ago, Munkin said: Look at theG584LS on captainhooks website under worm hooks. This is the jobee jighead hook. Allen Those hooks look perfect for what I need!!!!! Thanks so much.... I knew there were hooks out there - the Capt Hook (Gammy G584LS) looks very similar to the Owner hook minus a little bending... the Slider ones look just like the VMC hooks... I should be good between those options!!! J. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowFISH Posted July 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2018 FYI - I picked up the Slider hooks 2/0 and 3/0 sizes..... they are alot more beefy in wire size (.050" and .055") than I'd thought they would be considering they are "slider" hooks... figured I'd let you guys know in case anyone was interested in the hooks - I like the strength as my goal is to use them in the weeds anyway. Also.... the 3/0 Black Nickel hooks must be tempered as bending back and forth on the bend near the hook eye will break it... but the 2/0 hooks (bronze) I was able to twist the eye up to 90 degrees - back past the original position - and then back into original position.... so if you want something you can adjust a little to make your jig just as you like - these may be the ticket. J. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
