Guest mistyriver1 Posted February 11, 2007 Report Share Posted February 11, 2007 As some of you know, I have been making some musky baits since Christmas. Jeff (TEP) gave me some helpful pointers at the get together just after Christmas and with each one I learn a little something different each time. Plus I have a couple of Jeff's to follow for example . There not as good as the teacher's but they're coming along. I don't know if they'll catch any fish but they are sure are fun to make. Anyways here's a few pics of my creations thus far... The two on the right I had previously posted but I cut the shafts a little shorter... Now some bucktails.... A couple of variations on these guys...I went for that burnt orange/yellow combination on the first one. These ones I kind of like... Got some more in the works... Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted February 11, 2007 Report Share Posted February 11, 2007 Very nice indeed Jim, looks like you were paying attention in class Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusty Posted February 11, 2007 Report Share Posted February 11, 2007 Are those glow beads? Your colour selections are great. Keep it up so I can relieve you from a couple that are not good enough for your high standards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted February 11, 2007 Report Share Posted February 11, 2007 way to go jim ,those colors look great and i have no doubt that they will catch a big ski no problem.. ..very nice work are they for sale???? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brickNblock Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Right -On MistR Wait to you catch a big'in on your own lure...thats the payoff. Exellent baits. You may want to attempt less thread.....say, 3 wraps per hair, then head cement....... After many baits you'll find it much easier to work with that way plus a mite easier in appearance. I never did attend 'out2llunges', bait workshop, but know many that did and little tips as this go along way....................Jigger, now goes by the name 'northwood', also makes exellent bucktails. Keep up the good work, your colour selection is great. 'Lil tip........ When you get within an inch of the end of your tying......... Start planning on your finish wrap........ Generally, I'll tie at least 8 wraps towards the end and then work my finish back-up with all in all approx., 12 wraps to complete. My first lures used probably a spool per lure...........LOL The baits are far superior now but I get maybe almost 3 per spool........... Keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntervasili Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 WTG... If you dont think theyll catch fish I will take em ... They do look great though and good luck getting some big guys this season, and int the future... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Nice job on those. Looks like they will catch a fish or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyk Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 those are some nice looking baits! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Thorpe Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Scumptious,they eat those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 They look great. Good Luck with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 WOW Jim, those are really great. I'm impressed. I still remember what you told me about making them, now I think I'm going to have to give it a try. Thanks Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjcanoe Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 I have always wanted to give muskie fishing a shot but with the price of lures!!!!!! I might just start to think about making my own to cut down on the prices. BTW they look great and will for sure slay them this year! jjcanoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyhook Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Jim Nice work man! I have my eye on a few of them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joonmoon Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Sweeeeeet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennyman Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Someone's been busy ! Seems like you could make a few bucks at it if you wanted ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mistyriver1 Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 Thanks everyone, appreciate the comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squid Posted February 12, 2007 Report Share Posted February 12, 2007 (edited) Really nice job there Jim. Now you only have to wait another 5 months before you can use them. Edited February 12, 2007 by Squid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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