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[saskcat420]

well the weather was rainy yesterday so I poured 75-1/4oz erie jigs and 75-1/4 walleye jigs..  IMG_8109.JPG   121.72K   47 downloads  IMG_8111.JPG   116.85K   54 downloads  IMG_8103.JPG   46.88K   40 downloads

[Apdriver]

Looks really nice Saskat! Have you made your mind up how to paint your heads? I really like the powder paint. As with anything there is a bit of a learning curve to it but it's all fun. I have tried some of the other paints and methods and think powder is the way to go. One great reason for me is just the shelf life alone for the powder. Keep it dry and I guess it will last forever. Not so much for the other stuff. Being just a hobbyist, making my own jigs and giving a few away, it is hard to use the liquids up before you have to throw them out. Hope those jigs catch a lot of fish!

[atijigs]

Looks good. I want to save you a couple of burns. Make sure you have something under your pot as a catch basin and a screw driver handy. For a catch basin I use an ingot mold. There will be times you let go of the handle and the lead doesn't stop. Grab the screwdriver and give the pin a twist. It will happen. It is just a matter of time so be prepared. A fan would be helpful too. Have it blow across the top to blow the lead fumes laterally. Welcome to the club and have fun.

[saskcat420]

Yes I am using powder paints... Here are some pictures of my paint set up...  IMG_8104.JPG   116.76K   3 downloads  IMG_8105.JPG   127.86K   5 downloads  IMG_8106.JPG   113.19K   4 downloads

[Apdriver]

Heck, I thought you were just getting into jig making. It looks like you've been at it awhile judging from your paint supplies.