Simple steps to make great tackle
Simple Steps to Make Great Tackle
It's easy and inexpensive to make your own tackle. Order the molds and all the accessories that meet the demands of your sport fishing environment. Let the charts be your guide.
![]() Position hooks and other components, such as guards (shown), swivels, or forms inside the mold. |
![]() Melt the lead using a melter and equipment designed for your production requirements and the specific gating of your mold. |
![]() After suitable cooling time, remove the molded lead castings and detach the sprue with flush-cut nippers or gate shears. | ![]() Where artistry and strategy merge: You’ve got your own bag of tricks. So make it happen. Apply the paints and glitters to capture your prey’s attention. Adhere lure eyes to draw them in closer. And add bodies and tie-on materials for the irresistable action that gets them to take that final bite. |
Getting Started
Make Your Own TackleSimple steps to make great tackle
Safety First
Lead molding precautions
Lead alloys
Lead sources
Tips before you start lead casting
Lead Information
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Lead sources
Lead Casting
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