[Looking for info on a old top water bait]

I think the spring needs to be moved 90* from its position. The weight needs to move front to back because of the position of pull movement. 

[Grass swim jig]

https://store.do-itmolds.com/hybrid-grass-jig-sz-38-12-58-34oz-4-cavity-jig-mold

A 30* hook is superior in the grass. 

[Spacing between tandem blades]

The more angle out of the head has more flex and less hook set delivery. Also promotes bending on fish catch's/boat flips. Weakening wire. 

[Looking for info on a old top water bait]

5 hours ago, jigmeister said:

That ACME Pulse cod looks to be a much higher quality bait than the old Whopper Stopper "throbber " but there is 30 years between them though . 

I see what you mean....

 

[Looking for info on a old top water bait]

https://acmtackle.com/products/pulsecod-jr

 

[Looking for info on a old top water bait]

https://bassdozerstore.blogspot.com/2012/08/deps-pulsecod-spontaneous-spring.html

 

[Wire Size]

20-24 gauge copper. 22 is best I think. 2 wraps only. Pull tight before twisting. Don't twist to do the tightening. 

[Looking for alternative to Eagle Claw 455 Hook for Crappie Spinnerbaits]

VMC 9255NI 

https://barlowstackle.com/vmc-9255ni-spinner-bait-hook-for-do-it-crappie-mold/

[No action from bait?]

Looks like the angle of the bill/lip is not down enough to me. That is where I would start, And the lip may need to increase surface area.

[Safely opening jig hook eyes for chatter blades]

Too many parts for me. Too weak of wire for me too. 

 

These hooks are awesome>>>>>    https://www.ebay.com/itm/155222891423

 

[Safely opening jig hook eyes for chatter blades]

Perfect every time....   https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-7-in-End-Nipper-Cutting-Pliers-48060/203287749

 

[Best round crimpers for a-rigs on wire.]

They work great on most crimp sleeves.  I'm using a smaller size sleeve than these crimpers will crimp on a .027 wire. 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/335247930002

[Looking to get more of these shape heads]

Lift, for slower retrieve. 

[Best round crimpers for a-rigs on wire.]

Thanks for another option if need be. 

[Best round crimpers for a-rigs on wire.]

I just bought these to try... I don't want flat spot crimps. 

 

[Best round crimpers for a-rigs on wire.]

Not wanting to flatten the round spacers... 

[Ebay Chatterbait blades]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/165700498289?var=465213296953&itmmeta=01HPZ1XJF88TNR11NK9W157YR8&hash=item269484f371:g:fakAAOSwyXBjNnAA

[Spacing between tandem blades]

My experience has always been, When hanging wire down, Blades should not overlap. But I have only been making them for 40+ years.  LOL. 

[Help me with silicon jig skirts]

I think so.... I buy from many.  

https://easykasting.com/

https://www.siliconetabs.com/

[Help me with silicon jig skirts]

https://skirtworksfishing.com/product-category/standard-collars-black-and-clear/

 

 

[What do I need to protect myself from lead]

https://store.do-itmolds.com/Safety_bc_11.html

[looking for a lower cost air brush]

5 hours ago, Fish-N-Fool Lures said:

I take it you have one of these ? How long have you had it? And no problems I am guessing

I own 4 or 5. Best brush I have used. Had them for a few years at least.  I don't use my Iwata anymore. A dozen others I know that tried one say the same. I love the .8 needle. Easy to clean, Feels great in my hand. 

 

Post your opinions.... 

[looking for a lower cost air brush]

You won't be sorry>>>>>   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SQYLBR5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[Unpainted foil crankbait bodies?]

They need a good clearcoat, or they will leak water inside. 

[Crankbait blanks]

Look around>>>>    https://www.alternativelures.com/

https://unpaintedcrankbaits.com/