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1.Can someone tell me where I could buy some bare lead jigheads with weedguards in various sizes and styles? I am partial to VMC hooks but will settle for others.

Best bet is get them where you can. Local pourer as one posted above, Wally world, BPS, Cabelas. I ended up find a guy who pours on quality hooks, then a few years later started pouring myself ony because finding Gamakatsu pours are expensive.

2.What is the most durable easiest/cheapest method of painting jig heads? I have seen the powderbed and paint method but can't decide which is easiest or most durable. My #1 problem with the current custom jigs I use is the paint chipping off.

Powder Paint, baked in a DEDICATED toaster over at the recommended temperatures on the directions. You don't want to be toasting up your family dinner in your paint jig baking oven.

3.Is there a step by step tutorial with pics or video on tying skirts onto jig heads? I have watched the guy who ties my custom jugs and it looks simple enough but I would need to practice the wrapping/knot a few times myself.


Goggle will turn up a few, but just practice, you'll get it.

4. Where is the best place/person to buy skirts from?

Janns Netcraft or Balows.

5. Can someone recommend a good beginner's vise and tying kit with all the necessary tools?

Both Janns and Barlows have vises. If you're doing jigs, get one that'll handle bigger hooks that a fly tying vice. Prices range from $25-$250 and up.