This looks like a blast, are there any books on how to get started? Where do you guys buy your hooks/hardware.What's the best wood for plugs.I've got a ton of woodworking tools..looks like a lathe is next on my birthday list.

Boston,

I don't know about books but I started by reading through the wealth of knowledge right here. There are so many talented individuals you can really pick up a lot of information right from their posts. I believe the "how to" thread is still "stickied" above. That has a lot of info about through drilling, painting, epoxy, lathes, duplicators etc. etc. The list goes on.

As far as hardware, there are a few sponsors of this forum that sell it. Capecodtackle & #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^& dot coms for instance. They both usually carry the wood you need or you can start out with simple red-cedar from Lowes or Home Depot.

I started about 10 years ago (my word it's been that long) and started out with a simple Grizzley lathe. I'm now running a Vega duplicator and a Delta Midi Lathe. In fact, just finished turning 2 dozen pencil blanks. Needed to pass time.

Poke around...the knowledge here is incredible. Better than any book as far as I'm concerned.

However, be warned...once you start, you will be addicted. I have so many lures that I made it scares me (not to mention the wife) I don't use half of them either :wall::wall::wall:

Thanks, I'll check it out..I seem to have more spare time than I know what to do with.This looks like a great hobby...
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Welcome to the first step of the 12 step rehab program ;)

and the difference between reading a book
is you can ask questions and get answers
problem is...
it's fishing season and people are out........

0ne thought:
you can order some kits to see how it's done

go to the sponsers list and then go to their individual
websites.... to see some real nice plug porn

You can learn everything you need by searching this site.......everything but the ideal clear coat unfortunately.

Baby steps Numby.....

dont do it !!!its like giving your soul to the devil... once your in theres no turning back,lol..
no seriously welcome aboard, you can learn alot from the gents on this forum.
" BUT 1ST. THINGS 1ST. MAKE SURE YOU READ THE STICKY THREADS ON SAFETY AND ON SEALING ETC... ITS A MUST"

happy building, Rene

I would suggest starting with buying a "kit" from njtackle or one of the other sites.......then build from there.......Great hobby. You will find ALL the info you needs from the guys (and gals) on this forum....SUPER helpful!

welcome to the plug building addiction...great gifts for your fishing buddies... plus it is very satisfying to catch keepers on your own plugs...