It's easy to make spoon baits
June 16th 2008 00:43
Spoon baits derive their name from how they were originally made.
Things may have changed over time but, if you want to make a lure like they started using over 100 years ago, keep on reading because it's easier than you think!
The first thing you'll need, of course, is a spoon. Don't make Mom or your wife mad by stealing one. It's easy to pick up a spoon at a yard sale or thrift shop. The size of the spoon you need will depend on the fish you want to catch. A spoon like you use to eat your cereal is usually big enough
Here's what most people think about when you mention spoons.
The first thing you'll need, of course, is a spoon. Don't make Mom or your wife mad by stealing one. It's easy to pick up a spoon at a yard sale or thrift shop. The size of the spoon you need will depend on the fish you want to catch. A spoon like you use to eat your cereal is usually big enough
It only takes a few minutes to add a couple of holes, rings, and a hook.
After you get a spoon, cut off the handle. At this point, I should probably warn you that the metal used for most spoons is pretty tough! It's always best to start out with sharp tools because I guarantee they'll be a bit dull when you finish!
Then, all you have to do is drill a hole at each end.
On the big end of the spoon, where the handle used to be, add a split ring and treble hook--size 4 or 2 will usually do the trick.
All you have to do now is add a split rig at the other end for a tie on point and you have a lure! You MAY want to add some paint, reflective tape, or glitter but, that's up to you.
On the big end of the spoon, where the handle used to be, add a split ring and treble hook--size 4 or 2 will usually do the trick.
All you have to do now is add a split rig at the other end for a tie on point and you have a lure! You MAY want to add some paint, reflective tape, or glitter but, that's up to you.
Until next time--watch yourself and watch your line!
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