Converting the Brush Jig mold into a stand up Shakey Head

[sdfd29]

I use a large shakey head jig for ledge fishing during the summer. I have converted the brush jig to a large shakey head to use with 8 - 10+" worms. 

 

The first step is to make a twisted loop using 0.022" inch brass wire.  I will place this loop in the weed guard slot on the jig mold. I use a silicone jig skirt collar to hold the wire in place and also to stop the lead flow. The collars are not damaged by the heat and can be reused.

 

 

I also place a skirt collar around the hook shaft to prevent the skirt collar on the jig from being poured ( slightly reduces the weight, but also shifts the balance of the jig so that it stands up better).  Here is a picture of the hook and loop in place in the mold.

 

 

Here is the result prior to powder coating and after the powder coating. I install a commercially available screw lock with a center pin to attach the worm to.

 

 

I used this jig without the center pin keeper last year and had good luck with it. 

Edited May 10, 2018 by sdfd29

[RedDevil]

I have this mold and I'm definitely going to try this.  I use the screw lock tip up mold now for my shaky heads but Mustad has discontinued the hook that I use in it and I have been looking for a alternative.   what a great idea and this gives the option for a bigger hook even.

[Will Wetline]

Thank you for posting these great ideas!