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Just ordered a 10 lb Lee melting pot, a round head collard mold 1/32 - 1/2 oz, size 4, 2 and 1/0 hooks, UV seal coat. I have some powder paint but not much so I will be ordering some more soon.
Also ordered a couple of sinker molds.
$200.00 worth of stuff was enough for now.
Now all ya need is a bunch of lead. Post some pics when you start pouring.
Good luck to you. :)
Good Luck
Got lucky on that end, a friend of mine has a bunch of pure lead that he won't be using. He said I'm more than welcome to take it off his hands.Quote:
Originally Posted by "G"
A few quick tips!
Be sure you pour in a well ventilated area.
Also be sure to bake any lead before tossing it your pot. Moisture and lead is an explosive combination.
Wear gloves, facemask and cover your skin. You will soon find out why...lol.
Do a little research and be careful.
MOST OF ALL, HAVE FUN!
NightProwler
I agree Herb. it should be fun! Good luck to you Tank 1.
Thanks NP and Ship. I have been doing my research here and I'm on page 37. I am trying to do this without asking to many questions.:o
You might as well cut to the chase and order a room full of tying supplies as well :). This addiction is like a new purse or shoe to the ladies...lol.
NightProwler
Tank, if you're not sure on something don't hesitate to ask!!!!!! We've all had close calls one time or another and better ask than to get hurt. We can help save you the hassles of starting out.
Ahhh yes it has begun. Just placed another order today at Crazyangler for more paint and hooks.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Nightprowler
Appreciate it Fatman. Between the stickies and all of the pages that there are in this forum, it has kept me doing a lot of homework. Definitely a vault of information here.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fatman
I do have a question though. What alcohol do you use in the alcohol burners,the denatured or Isopropyl?
Welcome to the addiction and better get a good grip on your pocket book, LOL!
Thanks Skip. Also thanks for all of the information you have given on this site. I've read a lot of it.:)
Be vary carful.... Welcome to money trouble...
Your welcome and if you come up with more questions later just ask and either I or someone will help. Just know this addiction thing is real with this hobby. It really grows on you and the more materials you see the more you want because you see something you can do with it.
Skip
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Originally Posted by Tank 1
That's one I don't know I heat them in the oven right now - but hoping to get a heat gun.Quote:
I do have a question though. What alcohol do you use in the alcohol burners,the denatured or Isopropyl?
I have since learned from Skip that denatured is used.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fatman
Smoke your molds with a candle and the pours will be so much better. I fought with incompletes til I did mine. Good luck with all the new toys.
Welcome to the club. I got into it and never looked back. Very rewarding to catch fish on what you have made. I make all my stuff from ground zero now. You may already know this but you will never recover all of your cost monetarily. Only out of satisfaction.
Making your own jigs is very addicting and satisfying. I love looking into my tacklebox and seeing trays filled with jigs I made and knowing they will all catch fish. After awhile you'll like what you make a whole lot better than what you see in the stores.
You're going to find this site a great resource. People here will give you a good steer and save you a lot of time. Good luck!