[Skirt making tool]

Thank you. That is exactly what I lost and want to replace.  The site fooled me because I looked under “Tools” at first.  Unfortunately they are out of stock.  Anyone have one to sell/trade? 
 

 

[Skirt making tool]

I have seriously lost my tool and am not seeing its replacement on Barlow’s, etc.  It was green, about 10”-12” long and about 4” wide.  Bought it several decades ago.   Ideas on getting a replacement are most welcome.

[Small Business side of this...?]

I put together a jig business. With a couple pros making marketing videos for the website it drew attention. I focused on selling wholesale and made personal calls to stores.  The pandemic helped tremendously because I had ordered plenty of materials and they were manufactured here in the USA, so no supply issues.  
 

Recently sold the company to a bigger outfit.  It was interesting and profitable but good luck was definitely a factor. 

[Molds]

I’m not making plastic anymore but have 159 aluminum injection molds, with most being multiples.  Craws, Swimbaits, worms, grubs, centipedes, senkos, etc.  And, of course, all the accoutrements like injectors, presto with stirrers, tints, glitter, etc. there are also dozens of open pour molds. 

Seeking ideas for best/easiest way to sell all or most of it at once and willing to provide  a very deep discount to sell in a single transaction.

Molds are all high quality in great shape.  Not sure how where/how to sell it.  The classifieds here move slowly, probably because most everyone has what they want already.  is eBay my only real option? 
Your thoughts are most welcome. 
  

[Knippex sprue cutting]

I also cut & then file.  A damp paper towel on my bench catches the small filings. 

[Wire Size]

What gauge wire is best for tying jig skirts?  I tie with 210 thread but want to finish with the wire.

[Furnace nozzle issue]

Never mind.  I finally dislodged the obstruction. 

[Furnace nozzle issue]

The RCBM Pro Lead Furnace has me stumped.  Hot lead only dribbles, a drop at a time, even fully opened.   I emptied it, cleaned and wire brushed it thoroughly but saw no way to remove the nozzle and fear reaming it with a drill bit.  There is clearly a blockage on interior of nozzle but I don’t know how to clear it.  Suggestion are most welcome 

[Do-It Weighted Hook Mold]

Thank you, Gentlemen 

[Cut tail worm]

The worm does move differently but I have to say, I’ve no idea why that is effective 

[Cut tail worm]

This is a sample

 

[Cut tail worm]

I have several (k)ut tail worm molds in size 4.5 inches, that Dell made, and would like to find some in 6” size. Thoughts & recommendations are most welcome. 

[Blade in place of PT]

I’m considering removing the paddle tail on my 5” Swimbaits and putting in a screwloc blade.  Have you tried it? 

[Jewell Pee Wee Jig]

The Lil Nasty is a great hook in my experience and would be my first choice 

[Do-It Weighted Hook Mold]

Are there hooks that fit this mold, other than  Mustad 91768BLN ?

[Twin Tail Grub]

Please recommend a good Twin Tail Grub injection mold.  

[Fingernail Polish for Head Cement]

Loctite brushable super glue works well

[Is there a market for these]

I tie these for freshwater stripers & big bass on clear water Ozark reservoirs. As is not uncommon, I get carried away and make too many.  I usually  reserve “overstock” for charity benefit events but those have fallen off since pandemic.  

[No Thank You]

Rant warning.  I admit to becoming increasingly annoyed by point-of-purchase extra costs, from tipping at drive thru food service, to “technology fees”, etc.  I was just online buying some supplies from LPO and upped my order to get the free shipping (over $150) but upon checkout, with $158 in my cart, next window shows $2 “shipping” charge.  Upon final checkout the $2 is listed as “handling”.  I know it’s a small amount but it feels disingenuous.  I deleted the order.  

[Skirt Mold]

Who makes the best skirt mold for making a “Hula” grub? 

[Poop bait mold]

Thank you, Sir! 

[Poop bait mold]

Where can I get one? 

[Clay/Sand Stay-Hot Cups on Hotplate]

LOL,  I plan to make some more. My buddies took all of them to use in a tournament here on Bull Shoals. I will make some more in a couple weeks. 

[Clay/Sand Stay-Hot Cups on Hotplate]

Because I’m using 1/2 cup beakers the plastic stays 285-300 degrees until I’m finished; about an hour.  I love it.  The lid really helps so it’s on as much as possible, such as when de molding.   I heat the top of the sand/clay with heat gun and it’s cuts universal heat-up  time considerably. 

[Clay/Sand Stay-Hot Cups on Hotplate]

I finally got around to doing this.  The borosilicate 4 oz pouring cups work well for 3 & 4 color open pour molds.  Wanting to keep the cups warm to extend open time, I molded this hi-heat sandy clay in a griddle with lid.  Keeping the molds warm on the flat griddle really helps the colors blend slightly “fuzzy” instead of sharp defined lines.  Just getting started; will update after more use.