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    Default Looking for Popeye jig mold


    I am looking for a Popeye jig mold where the hook eye comes out the nose of the ball at a slight angle and horizontally, similar to the Spittin’ image jigs. I use to buy them years ago and have recently got into pouring and tying my own jigs for the fun of it. I have checked the Do-it catalog and Hilts but can’t seem to find one online. I know I could crimp a sinker on a hook but I don’t like the shape consistency or the lead working loose. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    How big would say the hook is? There are a couple molds that have the same hook profile but the smallest is 2/0. I can't even find a flat eye jig hook that looks that small.

    I'm guessing maybe a #6 and 1/32 oz?

    Mustad 32796NP-BN Jig Hooks Sizes 2/0 - 6/0 - Barlow's Tackle (barlowstackle.com)

    I am thinking that hook is a fly hook. something like these:
    Buy Kumoto KJ310 Wide Gap Jig Hook 50 Pack Online | South Dakota Angler & Outfitter (flyfishsd.com)
    Fulling Mill FM5125 Jig Force Short Barbless Black Nickel Fly Hooks | J. Stockard Fly Fishing (jsflyfishing.com)

    I know it doesn't help much but might give you a starting point to try and find a mold that can be modified or a custom made one.
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    Mustard Signature Fly hooks run from 4 to 22
    There are other hooks I can find but 4,6 and 8 are the sizes I would probably use for the Popeye jig. I just need to find a mold.Name:  52B815A1-BE42-4EA8-B2B4-21D5D174F667.jpg
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    Do-it Wackey Head mold.
    1/16 oz × 6 hook. Name:  Screenshot_20220118-222814_Photos.jpg
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    Beadhead flyhook. Can very weight with lead wire wrap. Name:  Screenshot_20220118-222447_Photos.jpg
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    Closest I have found is teardrop or raindrop mold.

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    If you have several of the heads get with Bugman on here and he can make you a silicone mold of it but you'll have to match your hook and that looks like a fly hook to me
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    I agree with Fatman on this one.


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    When tied on your line, how does that jig/fly sit in the water??


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    That is a Mustad 3399 fly hook. The material is chicken hackle. The mold is custom made. Be glad to answer any question I can.

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