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[Raw Worm]

I just have a couple of questions to help me get started:

What kind of wire should I use for tying the skirts on bass jigs? Also, which gauge of wire should I use? The reason I am asking is because I don't like to the rubberband style collars.

Thank for the help
Raw Worm

[Jig Man]

Raw Worm said:

I just have a couple of questions to help me get started:

What kind of wire should I use for tying the skirts on bass jigs? Also, which gauge of wire should I use? The reason I am asking is because I don't like to the rubberband style collars.

Thank for the help
Raw Worm

When I use wire I use copper. I'm not sure of the gauge as it is out of an old table saw motor. You want it strong enough to be able to pull it tight with 2 pairs of pliers.

[Bender]

I use 24 gauge craft wire. I like the smaller wire but it tends to cut the skirt material when tightening it up.

[Raw Worm]

Thanks for the ideas. That helps a lot!!!