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It sounds to me that the wood would be drying out and shrinking. I would consider storing them in a humidity controlled enviroment. Outdoor humidity levels are usually around 15-20 % depending upon where you live. If you are storing these in your house the humidity level is between 6-8% thus the wood will dry and shrink.

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That problem isn't exclusive to Bagley baits, I own several vintage baits that if not for the paint loss over the belly weight, would be darn near perfect. As cheesehead mentioned a controlled enviroment will slow the process. However, once the oxidation process (that nasty white powder) begins on the surface of lead beneath the paint, I don't if there is anything that can be done. The white oxidation in effect is what pops the paint of the lead weight. If you do find a remedy for this problem I would appreciate the heads-up!

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