Loved watching the final video for making a lure with no power tools! Unreal how you can make it look exactly the same as if you used power tools definitely has opened my eyes on what I really need and not need to make a lure. Can’t wait for the next lure build 🍻🍻
I been making all my lures by hand tools for years. It is much more rewarding and not much slower. As one gets good with hand tools they can move quite fast. I do not make mind with as much artistic flair as you my friend as I focus mostly on utilitarian functionality. For i know a shark may and most likely will take them on the next cast. Fantastic carving and painting. You sir are a true artist. Notes on my methods. A well anchored vise at wait level, A large shop butcher knife and a piece of tree limb 16" long 2" thick as a baton. Draw out the pattern on the wood piece. Put wood in vise cut the hardware slot and baton away way waste from the pattern you drew, rasp to final shape, epoxy in hardware, sand prime and paint. I find a farriers rasp and other smaller rasp to be extremely helpful. Jim Rodgers
Hi Jim! I'm always happy to hear from a fellow luresmith. You are absolutely right about the rewards of hand tools and practice. Watch out for for those sharks!
One lure I loved to make & use was a wooden frog with an open mouth (popper style) & use buzz bait style skirts as legs on back, believe I used balsa wood as it was easier to carve & shape it more realistically. They were fun to hand paint. Used internet to see different shapes & color patterns as model to copy from. Drilled holes to insert weight & cover with wood putty. Always wanted to carve one & put a Jitter Bug style spoon bade on front. May be the 1st lure I make after not carving for last 20 years.
I stopped making lures about 20 years ago, but found it satisfying to create something that a fish would go for. I had techniques similar to what you demonstrated . I never had a computer or smart phone to look things up so I was self taught. I used balsa wood half the thickness & made a grove for wire down the middle of both pieces once outside shape was cut, rough shaped it & sanded it, then glued 2 halves together with wire inside. I used hobby & utiliy knives like you on softer wood, used sharp wood carpenter chisels on poplar & pine dowels on cigar, long popper or chugged style top water lures. I'd keep the lure on the dowel end while whittling & carving lure & cutting back end off last before final sanding & finishing.
I did learn something valuable, I never thought of using the Japanese style pull saw to make slot for the wires I done it the hard way, I drilled the length of lure down the middle from both ends & had to dill on underbelly to put wire with eye on end or a barrow swivel in it to put main wire through to connect them. Was not an easy process but got good at it after a while. I now have that seawater a woodworking project.
Amazing lure as always! Something as a suggestion: you should try layering your paint using clear coats. Gives the lure more durability and adds more depth to your paints!
Thank you! You are correct about the clearcoat layering; I have done it myself in the past. You do have to be careful in the carved areas because the epoxy fills the detail. Lately I've been playing around with one clearcoat, but I've got some ideas about a better procedure that might be a great compromise. Thank you for commenting and watching!
Well done, today i made my first ever lure with 0 experience and i dont know what to think of it, but watching your videos makes me want to make another one.
You did a really nice job with this build, Mike, and I'm really glad that-as you later revealed-you enjoyed the strictly manual process. Probably as much as I did watching you! I strongly suspect that you have seen the work of my RUclips friend Rafal, in Poland. ("Such a Jerk Custom Lures" is his channel.). Until fairly recently, he had VERY few power tools, yet was making some truly handsome, highly effective lures. I know that we're all spoiled by our band saws, belt sanders, drill presses, and airbrushes, but I don't plan to give mine up anytime soon! Best, Chris
Thank you very much! For me, I think power tools make the process easier and faster, but they don't make as much difference in the quality you can achieve; that is up to the maker. It convinced me that you don't have to have a ton of expensive equipment to make your own lures; something I didn't know when I first started. I appreciate your support and comments!
Beautiful work! I've got some Koa wood that a customer had no use for and gave to me and you've inspired me on what I could use it for! Fishing and woodworking are my passions and I can't believe I didn't make the connection until now. I use wood in furniture construction and never thought of making smaller lures. The hard lures i use are resin and plastic. Should help alleviate boredom on bad weather days all while still preparing for the next adventure. Mahalo for sharing this video and inspiring me!
I know what you mean. I have years of experience with various forms of art and woodworking, but never put them together with fishing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Good luck to you on your lure making adventures!
I was just thinking the other day I should try to make a spook style bait and I came across your channel your bait looked like it had even better action then a store bought and I like that it was all by hand. Something I'm definitely going to try
Thank you! I was really surprised with the action on this one. I have been trying to make a resin version, but have had trouble making it swim as good at this one. I'm thinking its a buoyancy issue.
When you put the wire through the center if you fold it the opposite direction then the loose part will be towards the center of the lure that way when you push down on it they will be pushed inward instead of outward.
Perfect lure for brazilian fishes...! I have the perfect wood for that (I brought it from the Amazone), would it be possible to know the size and weight of your lure?
Glad to hear you are interested in making lures! Yes, you can use stainless steel screw eyes or you can still use twist wire. Either way you're going to have to drill the holes. Just make sure to seal around the eye with a little bit of resin.
So I’ve been wondering, is that special tracing transfer type paper that you use to lay the gill detail down on the bait? Or just normal paper? How does your lead transfer through the paper to the bait?
I just use regular paper. If you draw on one side then place that side on the lure, you transfer the graphite by tracing over the opposite side of the paper. Of course you can also use tracing paper if you'd rather. Great question!
I'm always trying different things and don't really have a hard preference. I've been trying out single hooks on some of my lures because I mostly release my catches. Treble hooks can really mess up a fish if it thrashes around a lot. Also, you are less likely to hook yourself with a single hook and they are easier to remove.
I learned how making Lures or poppers so No not thing about Lures or poppers making. I rod wrapping more then 30 years. I used clear coat for flex coat the rods i fine to prevent airbubbles or thickness I used small amount of acetone into the clear coat while mixing.
Loved watching the final video for making a lure with no power tools! Unreal how you can make it look exactly the same as if you used power tools definitely has opened my eyes on what I really need and not need to make a lure. Can’t wait for the next lure build 🍻🍻
Thank you! To me, the biggest difference is speed. Power tools make the process go much faster.
I been making all my lures by hand tools for years. It is much more rewarding and not much slower. As one gets good with hand tools they can move quite fast. I do not make mind with as much artistic flair as you my friend as I focus mostly on utilitarian functionality. For i know a shark may and most likely will take them on the next cast. Fantastic carving and painting. You sir are a true artist. Notes on my methods. A well anchored vise at wait level, A large shop butcher knife and a piece of tree limb 16" long 2" thick as a baton. Draw out the pattern on the wood piece. Put wood in vise cut the hardware slot and baton away way waste from the pattern you drew, rasp to final shape, epoxy in hardware, sand prime and paint. I find a farriers rasp and other smaller rasp to be extremely helpful. Jim Rodgers
Hi Jim! I'm always happy to hear from a fellow luresmith. You are absolutely right about the rewards of hand tools and practice. Watch out for for those sharks!
One lure I loved to make & use was a wooden frog with an open mouth (popper style) & use buzz bait style skirts as legs on back, believe I used balsa wood as it was easier to carve & shape it more realistically. They were fun to hand paint. Used internet to see different shapes & color patterns as model to copy from. Drilled holes to insert weight & cover with wood putty. Always wanted to carve one & put a Jitter Bug style spoon bade on front. May be the 1st lure I make after not carving for last 20 years.
I started out making poppers. In fact, the first one I caught a fish on has a frog pattern on it. I still have that lure.
I stopped making lures about 20 years ago, but found it satisfying to create something that a fish would go for. I had techniques similar to what you demonstrated . I never had a computer or smart phone to look things up so I was self taught. I used balsa wood half the thickness & made a grove for wire down the middle of both pieces once outside shape was cut, rough shaped it & sanded it, then glued 2 halves together with wire inside. I used hobby & utiliy knives like you on softer wood, used sharp wood carpenter chisels on poplar & pine dowels on cigar, long popper or chugged style top water lures. I'd keep the lure on the dowel end while whittling & carving lure & cutting back end off last before final sanding & finishing.
I agree, lure making is very satisfying! Thanks for sharing your story and for watching!
I did learn something valuable, I never thought of using the Japanese style pull saw to make slot for the wires
I done it the hard way, I drilled the length of lure down the middle from both ends & had to dill on underbelly to put wire with eye on end or a barrow swivel in it to put main wire through to connect them. Was not an easy process but got good at it after a while. I now have that seawater a woodworking project.
Yes, a good sharp saw is awesome. I've heard it said that the right tool makes any job enjoyable.
Amazing lure as always! Something as a suggestion: you should try layering your paint using clear coats. Gives the lure more durability and adds more depth to your paints!
Thank you! You are correct about the clearcoat layering; I have done it myself in the past. You do have to be careful in the carved areas because the epoxy fills the detail. Lately I've been playing around with one clearcoat, but I've got some ideas about a better procedure that might be a great compromise. Thank you for commenting and watching!
I needed to watch your video… you give me creative ideas to tumble around in my mind… thank you my friend!! :) :)
I'm so glad you find them helpful!
Well done, today i made my first ever lure with 0 experience and i dont know what to think of it, but watching your videos makes me want to make another one.
That's great, I'm glad to hear it! Good luck to you on your lure making journey!
Stunning swimming action!
Thanks, I'm very pleased with it!
You did a really nice job with this build, Mike, and I'm really glad that-as you later revealed-you enjoyed the strictly manual process. Probably as much as I did watching you!
I strongly suspect that you have seen the work of my RUclips friend Rafal, in Poland. ("Such a Jerk Custom Lures" is his channel.). Until fairly recently, he had VERY few power tools, yet was making some truly handsome, highly effective lures. I know that we're all spoiled by our band saws, belt sanders, drill presses, and airbrushes, but I don't plan to give mine up anytime soon! Best, Chris
Thank you very much! For me, I think power tools make the process easier and faster, but they don't make as much difference in the quality you can achieve; that is up to the maker. It convinced me that you don't have to have a ton of expensive equipment to make your own lures; something I didn't know when I first started. I appreciate your support and comments!
I thoroughly enjoy going back to basics from time to time and using no power tools.
Turned out amazing as always mate 👌
Thanks, I appreciate your support!
never get tired of seeing your satisfying work, and always waiting for what you will do next
and sorry i just subscribed now
Thanks for your support! I'm glad you find it interesting and I appreciate you commenting!
Beautiful work! I've got some Koa wood that a customer had no use for and gave to me and you've inspired me on what I could use it for! Fishing and woodworking are my passions and I can't believe I didn't make the connection until now. I use wood in furniture construction and never thought of making smaller lures. The hard lures i use are resin and plastic. Should help alleviate boredom on bad weather days all while still preparing for the next adventure. Mahalo for sharing this video and inspiring me!
I know what you mean. I have years of experience with various forms of art and woodworking, but never put them together with fishing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Good luck to you on your lure making adventures!
That turned out great! I really like the detail you put into the lure. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, I appreciate your comment and support!
You have better eyes and much steadier hands than I. That is a beautifully crafted lure that works perfectly!
Thank you for your support and interest!
Beautifully done. Greetings from 🇱🇰
Thank you very much, glad to have you here!
I was just thinking the other day I should try to make a spook style bait and I came across your channel your bait looked like it had even better action then a store bought and I like that it was all by hand. Something I'm definitely going to try
Thank you! I really like this style of bait and think you will enjoy making one.
Pure artistry.
Many thanks!
Great workmanship
Thank you, cheers!
Nice job, it has a good darting action 👍
Thank you! I was really surprised with the action on this one. I have been trying to make a resin version, but have had trouble making it swim as good at this one. I'm thinking its a buoyancy issue.
Those drawing skills!!💯💯🤣👍 Cool lure!
Thank you so much!
Cool film, cool job!!!
Thank you!
the fishing bait picture is great
I appreciate it!
Nice looking paint pattern on that one!
Thank you!
Saludos buenísimo amigo 👍
Greetings! Thanks for watching!
Nice job well done
Thank you!
Great video!
Thank you very much!
Inventive solutions 👍
Thanks!
It's so relaxing to watch you building WTD! Can I ask you what kind of wood do you use?
Thank you! The lighter the better. I used basswood for this one but I just got some tupelo in that I am excited to try out.
@@zimmtex thank you for tips! Is birch wood good?
Very well made z stick
Thanks!
Đẹp quá bạn ơi! thanks bạn đã chia sẻ
Thank you for watching!
Good walking the dog
Thank you!
Love it!!
Thank you!!
I subbed, amazing video!
Awesome, thank you!
Very nice
Thanks!
Good jobsssss,,👍
Thanks!
When you put the wire through the center if you fold it the opposite direction then the loose part will be towards the center of the lure that way when you push down on it they will be pushed inward instead of outward.
That would be the smart thing to do! Great tip and thanks for watching!
Amazing...
Thanks!
I think you used an electric light source. LOL. Good work. Nice video.
You got me! Thanks for watching and for commenting. I really appreciate your support!
Perfect lure for brazilian fishes...! I have the perfect wood for that (I brought it from the Amazone), would it be possible to know the size and weight of your lure?
That's great! Sorry I forgot to include the size and weight on this video. This one is 5" long and weighs 37g with hooks. Thanks for watching!
Perfec broo good is major
Thanks!
amazing!
Thank you!
Can I use something other than wire for hook eyelets? I already painted and put resin on my lure… it was my first one 😂
Glad to hear you are interested in making lures! Yes, you can use stainless steel screw eyes or you can still use twist wire. Either way you're going to have to drill the holes. Just make sure to seal around the eye with a little bit of resin.
So I’ve been wondering, is that special tracing transfer type paper that you use to lay the gill detail down on the bait? Or just normal paper? How does your lead transfer through the paper to the bait?
I just use regular paper. If you draw on one side then place that side on the lure, you transfer the graphite by tracing over the opposite side of the paper. Of course you can also use tracing paper if you'd rather. Great question!
What type of wood is best for making lures like this?
While you can make a lure out of almost any type of wood, I like basswood, tupelo, or poplar.
What wire gauge/brand do you use for making the lures?
I used Malin 0.41 aircraft stainless lock wire for this one. I have links to most of the products I use on my website:
www.zimmtexlures.com
Isthat paint going to hold on that smooth green paint?
Yes, it is on there tight. Plus there is the clear coat over top. Thanks for watching!
What kind of epoxy do you use to hold the wire in place
I like two part epoxy by BSI.
Thanks, and what kind of wire are you using? Is it somethisng special made for lures?
Why do you use those circle hooks instead of trebles?
I'm always trying different things and don't really have a hard preference. I've been trying out single hooks on some of my lures because I mostly release my catches. Treble hooks can really mess up a fish if it thrashes around a lot. Also, you are less likely to hook yourself with a single hook and they are easier to remove.
@@zimmtexI see. I always thought they were for saltwater or something like that. Keep up the good work!
I learned how making Lures or poppers so No not thing about Lures or poppers making. I rod wrapping more then 30 years. I used clear coat for flex coat the rods i fine to prevent airbubbles or thickness I used small amount of acetone into the clear coat while mixing.
I have used that technique too! Great tip!
When Made a new glide bait ?
I've got some ideas for a new glidebait. Hopefully I can get my shop up and running soon!
What wood is that?Doesn t seem like balsa
It's a scrap piece of poplar. Thanks for watching!
What was the purpose of the baking soda?
It makes a great quick filler that is hard, but still sandable.
@@zimmtex amazing work!
Which type of wood do you use?
Basswood
@@zimmtex Thank you, I'm waiting for your new videos, good luck
what wood used
Basswood
Why you don't tell the measurement marking on the paper
This lure is 5" long and 1" tall/wide. Thanks for watching!
@@zimmtex thanks
미노우 강 바닷가?
This design could easily be downsized. Thanks for watching!
That was supposed to say Japanese saw on next comment, not seawater. My phone has a mind of its own, I apparently do not.
Ha! I know what you mean!
"ELECTRONIC" tools are no good!
For me the biggest difference is time. Power tools do make the project go faster, but you do not need them to make a good lure. Thanks for watching!