Nether Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 I just started pouring about two weeks ago. I have been using the molds that I made out of resin and durhams, and have been getting pretty good results. My main question is, are the Lurecraft molds really as bad as everyone says they are? I would like to get some more molds, but cannot afford any of the nice ones bob's or del has because of money issues at the moment. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haebar Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 I wouldn't say that they are bad, they just don't last as long as aluminum ones. They lose their smooth finish and have to be recoated with polyurethane to facilitate getting the newly poured lures out and to produce lures with glossy, smooth surfaces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasbass1 Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 I haven't had any problem with lurecraft molds. If I was pouring large quantities for sale, they may not be the mold of choice. But I pour for my use and they work fine. I really don't have any issues with their molds. JMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 I've bought a bunch of used lurecraft molds. They're pretty tacky as a lot. They seem to get rough if you pour salty lures. Even with care, they eventually tear so they can't be used. With a little luck, I can oil one up and get a usable pattern to make my own plaster mold. jm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB GONE Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 After using all types of molds, I would recommend you save for aluminum molds IF you want to pour a bait that is a standard amde bait. The difference in baits from aluminum to other types of mold materials TO ME is significant... If you are making your own style of bait, resin is the mold material of choice TO ME, with RTV being second. You will have to see how your baits come out from each type of mold material and decide what YOU like. You also have to take into consideration if you are going to be selling baits or just making them for you and your buddies. Remember, that might also change as time goes on!!! I have gone to mostly aluminum baits, even for custom baits, and am very pleased. Yes, they cost a little more but if you want a Kodak moment just get ready for when you drop that plaster of paris mold you've spent hours working on and it breaks into pieces !!! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm Posted June 23, 2005 Report Share Posted June 23, 2005 got it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted June 24, 2005 Report Share Posted June 24, 2005 I think it depends on the number of baits you want to pour from one mold. I have several Lure Craft molds. The only ones that have worn out are the ones that I poured hundreds and hundreds of baits in. The ones that I have used to pour normal quantities for a few guys fishing are still like brand new. If you want to truy a bait buy the Lure Craft. If you know it is a bait that you will need an extreme quantity of, buy the aluminum molds. I hope this helps. Cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
