Hey CTBASS56,
I'm kinda in the same boat you are.... I'm a fireman and work 48 on and 96 off...its a rough life aint it? Ive always wanted to own a tackle company and have dabbled in swim baits for a while and wanted to try plastics. Initially it sounds easy, buy or make a mold, get some rubber, add color, melt it, pour it, done! ( I wish). Been reading posts on here about plastics for about 4 days now and there is a lot more to it. Just wanted to say thanks to all the guys that give advise here. CTBASS56, sounds like you have a big leg up being involved in lure industry already.