06-29-2011, 07:04 PM
[cool][#0000ff]I think Ed uses the powder paints on his jig heads. I do not like the powder paints because they tend to pop off like a peanut shell. But the samples he gave me all appear to be well finished with a good epoxy top coat. He may have changed his process since you got yours.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Most of my stuff has about 5 layers of vinyl paint and finish by the time I finish them...with epoxy. Most of the guys who use them like how they hold up to rock dings. I generally donate mine to the rocks before they show a lot of wear. But I know the guy that makes them so I get a discount.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Walleyes are funny. Sometimes they show a definite preference for one bright color or another. Other times less is more and the bright stuff scares them off. I can make heads in pale shades of browns and greens (crawdad colors) or leave them plain lead. There will be applications for any of them. But you can't send text messages on them.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Don't know what your opinion of the Matzuo sickle hooks is but that is what I prefer and that is how I make my jigs usually. I can use any kind of hook but for walleyes especially I like the sharp points and fine wire of the Matzuos. More hook ups for me...and I seldom lose a fish on the way in unless I get sloppy.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Let me know when you are around and I will get you my address and directions.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Most of my stuff has about 5 layers of vinyl paint and finish by the time I finish them...with epoxy. Most of the guys who use them like how they hold up to rock dings. I generally donate mine to the rocks before they show a lot of wear. But I know the guy that makes them so I get a discount.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Walleyes are funny. Sometimes they show a definite preference for one bright color or another. Other times less is more and the bright stuff scares them off. I can make heads in pale shades of browns and greens (crawdad colors) or leave them plain lead. There will be applications for any of them. But you can't send text messages on them.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Don't know what your opinion of the Matzuo sickle hooks is but that is what I prefer and that is how I make my jigs usually. I can use any kind of hook but for walleyes especially I like the sharp points and fine wire of the Matzuos. More hook ups for me...and I seldom lose a fish on the way in unless I get sloppy.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Let me know when you are around and I will get you my address and directions.[/#0000ff]
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