Looking for jig makers in Alton area

There is a board on here about jig making that you could get alot of information from, another forum called tackleunderground that is all about making lures. I started out tying flies for trout fishing, I know there are a ton of books about that, but not sure of any specifically geared towards crappie jigs. I'd guess there are, I just haven't looked because the basic skills are the same as tying flies so at that point its just a matter of choosing what materials you use. That's pretty much personal preference.

Lue parts online are high priced, unless u get there clearance stuff,
plus for some one like us they do not give tax exempt like everyone else.

Thanks for the tip about the jig tying forum here. Already learning a lot.

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Originally Posted by JUNGLEJIMJIGS

I've been tying for over 15 years and pouring my own for 7 years. I have quite a few custom molds,some are one of a kind. I do a couple sport shows a year,Collinsville and the St.Louis show. I'll be with Al's Lures at the St.Louis show next week so if you are in the area stop by and check out some of my ties. You might find some new styles there that interest you.

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I may have seen you at the Collinsville show. You wouldn't be the guy that makes the aspirin style that has the place for eyes are you? If so I forgot to get a card. I really like them and already ran through my 100 making a glow style Ice jig. Anyway I will be at St Louis show to restock and check out everything.

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Originally Posted by Bowhunter2

Looks good. I'll try to post some of mine. My computers screwed up I don't have any pics on my iPod accept some hunting and fishing pics. I need to buy some more jig heads , maybe I could meet ya down at Bluff city bait shop or something.

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It would be nice to trade some ideas and jigs. It maybe a bit before I can meet up though. Im suppost to go to Kentucky this week to work if the Ohio river aint too high. These last few days around here have been giving me a itch to get out and do some fishing. If Im off for high water I will be at Lou Yeager trying if the weather is nice.

Sounds good. Good luck if ya hit Lou Yeager!

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Bowhunter--what did you start with? Did you paint them, add the spinner or did you do the tying after already buying them painted and with spinner? That is great craftsmanship!

Thanks. Ive done it several ways, of course its easier to just tie on a already done heads, but ive made some i put bigger blades and painted colors I wanted. The fish like em.

Here are some of the jigs I've made recently.
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