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Has anyone purchased a used spin cast machine and vulcanizer and is that advisable? What would be considered a good deal and how hard are they to flip if it doesn't work out?

Thanks for the feedback guys. kasilofchrisn, I didn't catch the link you posted. May be because I'm on I-pad? I've been involved with/owed a few businesses, some of which we sold so I have some experience there. I've been around the fishing industry quite awhile and know there has to be a lot of long term planning involved. I have probably a dozen designs going and more in my head or on paper. My plan is to do the releases staggered so as not to blow my wad in one shot. I'm not quitting any jobs yet but my wife wants to be involved in this and she isn't working right since we sold our last business. We may after continuing to look at numbers decide this isn't worth it but I'd sure like to give it a shot.

I have several baits both lead and soft plastic I've designed and am exploring the possibility of having them produced and start a lure company. I'm kicking tires and turning over rocks to gain as much information as I can. As with any business venture, there is more than one way to skin a cat but I feel like in the cut throat world of lure making, starting is critical. My questions are: If I got the route of having someone else pour, what is involved to go from my design to a packed for sale product? How is the process started? What are the upfront and long term costs? How do I insure my designs are protected? Is there a minimum purchase requirement for something like this? How do I go about having custom hooks made? What is the advantage of purchasing my own production equipment vs subbing the pouring out or is there? Thanks for any assistance you can provide. If you'd rather not post here, my email is brantking@centurylink.net.

I have several baits both lead and soft plastic I've designed and am exploring the possibility of having them produced and start a lure company. I'm kicking tires and turning over rocks to gain as much information as I can. As with any business venture, there is more than one way to skin a cat but I feel like in the cut throat world of lure making, starting is critical. My questions are: If I got the route of having someone else pour, what is involved to go from my design to a packed for sale product? How is the process started? What are the upfront and long term costs? How do I insure my designs are protected? Is there a minimum purchase requirement for something like this? How do I go about having custom hooks made? What is the advantage of purchasing my own production equipment vs subbing the pouring out or is there? Thanks for any assistance you can provide. If you'd rather not post here, my email is brantking@centurylink.net.