https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5AqixxKwnE
Wish I had seen that when I first started tying. Very good video and a nice jig. Also shows a good use for the base of a hackle feather. I’ve been using them on some of my jigs. Add the feather tip and shorten some of that stuff to give it bulk and maribou like action.
Yeah that's a good video and a way to make your own jigs without having to pour them. Thanks for sharing.
Well, if it had to happen, MTF, better it got you in the winter season. You have plenty of good time to chase them!Quote:
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Bob
Yes, that is a good idea. Nice to avoid the pouring if you can.Quote:
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Bob
I see a possible issue with the bending of the shank to make a jig hook. Depending on the temper of some hook's metal the bend could create a weak spot. Hook a big fish and the hook breaks off at the bend? Why not just use jig hooks with the temper built in?Quote:
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As to the OP's original question some of the best quality fly jig hooks are very sharp but sold in barbless. The fly fishing community practices alot of C&R and in some waters C&R and barbless is the law.
I have a few Daiwa Gekkabjin jig heads and plan to tie a few up. They are sharp but also of small diameter. The smaller diameter of the hook makes it easier to "stick" a fish. Not sure if these would hold up to a big trout in swift waters? I'll be using em for smaller trout in pond settings.
The strongest smaller jigheads ime are built on Mustad 2x steelhead jig hooks in black nickle. There are custom jighead makers on Ebay that offer these.
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Gekkabjin jigs, rabbit and marabou with some light flash. Attachment 401015
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Just what I need, another hobby! That video on making the jigs has me inspired! I remember many years ago fishing on, I think, it was the Hudson River at Narrowsberg, N.Y. I ran out of bait fishing a shallow side stream for rock bass. Picked up some feather's off the ground and clamped them on a hook with a split shot and the things actually caught fish. Looks like I'm gonna need a fly tying vice! I like that! Matter of fact even got six to many rooster's out back I'm sure would like to donate feather's!
I’m unfamiliar with this book. Can you give me the title, or a link?Quote:
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Piscatorial Absurdities by Joe Robinson