Jerkbait with 3d scales

[Fishwhittler]

PVC, hand-carved scales, U-40 Permagloss topcoat.  I also did a little experimenting with crackle paint, and I think it turned out pretty good.  I didn't do so well with the next baits I tried using crackle on, but I'm going to keep messing with it.





Let me know what you think!

Ben

[lugnut]

that's really neat looking. how do you get the scales on there? is it carved into the bait or something that is glued on before painting?

[bassindude]

Very nice looking lures Fishwhittler.  Wish i had that tallent.  May have to try it some day. Jim

[Dunham Fisher]

Very well done!   

[Fishwhittler]

Thanks guys!

Lugnut, the scales are carved on the bait using a tool I made.  I took a piece of 1/4" steel rod and ground one end to the shape you see in the pics below.  To use it, press the tip into the bait in rows to get the scale pattern.

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[zmanlane]

Awesome bait.