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littleriver

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  1. Mark, Those look great ! Really like what you have done on the bills of the blue and red craws but the bluegill is really perty. Awesome job! I can't believe you painted a lure without using any nail polish :-))
  2. Congradulations John !!! That will be late summer. Just in time for some fall fishing. :-)) I'm afraid I have a bit more time to serve before I can join you old dogs on the porch. But believe me; I am looking forward to swapping the shovel for a fishing rod. Well, I have missed hanging out with you guys............. hoping I'll have a bit more time to at least visit you guys on the porche a little more often soon.............. Vic
  3. John/ Ben We are doing well. Thank you! It has been some time since my last visit. Put my fishing and lure building on hold for over a year now. But the desire is still there so I peeking in ...........How have you gentlemen been? It is nice to see so many familiar faces.
  4. Great looking lure ! Tons of flash judging by the video. Should really get their attention. Really nice work John!
  5. littleriver

    Topwater Christmas

    You can do it ! If you have questions just send me a PM .
  6. Thanks Bill I have to make my brother in law some baits for his birthday. I have been racking my brain on what to make him, since he fiie fishes. Now I know . Thank you for posting!!
  7. littleriver

    Brush Types

    I too prefer round stir sticks. I use plastic coffee stir sticks . They are perfect size for the job and usually free. One may be reused over and over. Just wipe the outside down with alcohol soaked paper towel. I too use the cheapie brushes like Musky Glen uses. I clean them after use and wick away on dry paper towel anything that is left to finish. Next, I store my brush in a quart mason jar with appx 1-2 in of isopropyl alcohol in the jar . Then, cover with lid to keep alcohol from evaporating. My brush is good as new and ready for next job. Same brush for two over two years now and still as good as day one. Bubbles and epoxy seem to go hand in hand. I give each of my baits a little blow job before sending them on to the finishing wheel . This has really gone a long way in popping those pesty bastards off. Happy endings all around ever since.........
  8. @ Ben I learned that right here. It was brief reference someone posted suggesting to use it as an accelerator. It works as an accelerator and a filler. The soda is very fine powder so it sands easy and makes a great filler. The trick is applying the glue. I find adding a drop or two of superglue around the edges of the filled hole works best. Straight on top will often disturb the surface but does work. I keep the soda in a ziplock bag. on my bench and applications can get messy. I can only imagine what crosses the mind of an unknowing observer looking in on the scene.
  9. I have been filling the holes with baking soda, then adding a drop or two of superglue. Cures almost instantly . Hard and easy to sand. Takes some practice but pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Not as durable as epoxy but much easier to sand and cover . Cheap and always available too.
  10. Clear will certainly make it pop. Mark Wife says now is the time to buy your nail polish. Shelves are loaded up for Christmas with colors one may not see for the rest of the season at reasonable prices. Who knew?
  11. Thanks for the update Ben! Glad you found something that works for you. Sometimes it takes a couple of tries and more money but nice to see you finally got your happy ending. Happy Holidays!
  12. littleriver

    Cotton

    Thank you Dieter! I can't wait to try it on some bass ! I was afraid they would be too heavy but not at all. Works really well. Thank you again! Could not have made it without your help. Happy Holidays! Vic
  13. littleriver

    Lil Green

    Thank you Bob! You make some really great baits too! Infact, I trolled this summer one of the baits you traded me. The flat side with dark green back and chartreuse sides. It caught just about everything that swims here in the span of four hours. I have painted several baits with this pattern since. :-) Thank You!!!
  14. littleriver

    Cotton

    Thank you Brad! We are doing well.....same to you. Your entry looks great! Really nice work!
  15. @Curt May we change our vote once it is cast? It appears we may. That would be nice since we are voting as we go . A five may not be a five once we see a six.
  16. littleriver

    Cotton

    Thanks Ben ! The nose cone spins really easy. The two halves are separated by aluminum pop rivets glued into them. The bait is light on color but it will be used as a shad imitator darting on and just below the surface.
  17. littleriver

    Cotton

    Thank you Curt ! I do have plans for one but it will most likely be next year. When It happens, I will share it here.
  18. Thanks Curt for clearing that up. One more question. How will the voting be conducted? I know you don't have any hard deadlines yet for entries or voting but wondered how do we cast that vote when the time comes? Thanks
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    Cotton

    Cotton is a whirligig style bait. A true skim(topwater) and swim(underwater) bait. I was first introduced to the design by fellow member diemai. Fascinated by the mechanical features of the bait upon first seeing it, I finally made one of my own. Thank you Dieter for helping with the build of this bait. The lure and instructions for it's construction may be found in the book, "The Book of Lures", by Charles K Fox. The lure is hand carved on a lathe from basswood. The custom shaped blades are made from brass. The unique hangers and line tie are formed from stainless wire. After superglue water sealing the basswood, the lure is brush painted with acrylic paint. Next, the brass blades are installed. Then, the bait is covered in a tabletop two part epoxy. For final assembly, I used what I call the "thru glued" method. The action of the bait is best described as wild. Whether being fished on the surface or just below it, the lure is brought to life by short hard twitches of the rod tip. It was a favorite of Charles K. Fox. I look forward to fishing it myself in the coming seasons. Thank you !
  20. Hi Curt Sounds like fun.....Just a couple of questions.........How many entries may each member have in each category and how many categories may each member enter? Thanks!
  21. littleriver

    Lil Green

    Thank you Dieter! I think the style is the result of no training. I didn't know any better...:-)
  22. littleriver

    Lil Green

    @ Ben I love to carve but painting is a different story. Wish I had taken an art class along the way. Sounds like your in a similar boat.
  23. littleriver

    Lil Red

    Thank you Reelentless for sharing your thoughts! Really glad you liked it. I wanted to give the bait a natural look with the impression of movement. Your comments confirm for me that I am accomplishing my goal. Thank you!
  24. littleriver

    Lil Green

    bill Thank you! Funny you should mention my bench. These have actually been there for nearly a year waiting on me to finish. Finally got the job done. Ryan Nothing special inside these . I carved these shapes and bills for waddle bats. While testing I liked the action of the bait without the bat tail. These baits are the result. They are shallow running with a wide X action. Very stable baits with tons of action but at the same time very smooth.
  25. Thank you Ben for sharing! Just glanced in but I can tell some really nice information being shared at the site. Really helpful!! I will be back when I have more time.
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