Sunday Morning Plug Talk Thread!

[Ian]

Originally Posted by the greek

Got around to doing some handcarveds which is something I haven't done in quite some time. The small blue over silver is actually silver leafed. These little guys are probably my most productive plug over the years.



I have a few more in the works both some Ive done before and have been decent fish catchers especially the redfin copy. The other is loosely based on a Maverick.







I have also moved to liking a lighter smaller pencil which more suits my needs. These will be totally sealed with a couple canal style and the rest full round. The white one in the middle of the pic is a resin pencil I have been messing around with. I really like the plug and it casts and fishes extremely well. I pour these with the weight in place then pull the rod I pour them on leaving the through hole done and weight in place. While I really like the resin stuff its just too much time for me right now.



Looking forward to seeing what everyone is doing.

Awesome stuff. What kind of resin are you using for the popper?
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[nightfighter]

For those who do not look at the DIY forum, I highly recommend getting the 4 foot LED shop lights from BJs or Sams Club. $36.00. I put five in my shop (replaced three fluorescents and added two) and it is a much better working environment.

I might be able to get some plug building time in late December, but am currently slammed with a major built-in project for the local library renovation. Then back to back kitchen renovations beginning Jan 2. Meanwhile my kitchen is ripped out and I need to start putting those cabinets in....

But I would still be interested in swapping master plug profiles, just as they come off the lathe, ends on and marked for eyes, weights, and hooks. I have a couple dozen spook bodies turned in same state for swap.

It has been way too long since I have finished any plugs.... This is just what I need. Thanks for lighting the fire in here Larry!

[the greek]

Originally Posted by Ian

Awesome stuff. What kind of resin are you using for the popper?
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I have to find the name of the stuff Im using now as it has slipped my mind. I have used Alumilite, stuff from MPK enterprises and smooth on. Its all very, very similar unless you get stuff with micro balloons already added like featherlight. Even looking at msds sheets and spec sheets its all extremely close. Only reason I switch to other stuff is price. The stuff Im using now i have a gallon of and it was very much less expensive than Alumilite. I will find the business card and let you know.

[Ian]

Originally Posted by the greek

I have to find the name of the stuff Im using now as it has slipped my mind. I have used Alumilite, stuff from MPK enterprises and smooth on. Its all very, very similar unless you get stuff with micro balloons already added like featherlight. Even looking at msds sheets and spec sheets its all extremely close. Only reason I switch to other stuff is price. The stuff Im using now i have a gallon of and it was very much less expensive than Alumilite. I will find the business card and let you know.

Sweet, any source of reliable low cost resin is a win in my book.
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