The JW Short Striker

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10-26-2008, 01:48 PM
GrouseFly

The JW Short Striker

Here is a little something that I have been working on that I wanted to get your guys take on. I call it The JW Short Striker Jig Head. The concept came from a good friend of mine that resides in Texas, Mr JW, so it should bear his name..lol. It fills the bill for guys that want a BIG BITE JIG that don't want the big hook length and size. I made it to work in standard size plastics, in 1/16-1/8-1/4 sizes so far, and the hook is a 2/0 size. The total length is less than 1 inch, which is less than a #2 reg. jig hook, and the hook gap is 1/2 inch, which is quit a bit wider than a reg. #2. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks JW for a great idea.....Good Fishin'.
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10-26-2008, 03:20 PM
gilby1955

all

it need now is to be tied into a jig
10-26-2008, 04:51 PM
radtexan

Looks awesome Paul !! I think the smaller hook with the wide gap is a winner !!

When I first saw the thread title I thought you had be experimenting with JW's hinged stinger hook ...If you havent seen this prototype you have some more tinkering to do !! Thanks for the new ideas !
10-26-2008, 06:34 PM
Ronald Meeder

I like the looks of it, would like to tie some marabou on them. I think they would great for winter fishing. Are they going to available to purchase?
10-26-2008, 07:00 PM
shipahoy41

Those should eliminate some short strikes.
10-26-2008, 08:59 PM
8fishermen

I've always favored a wider hook gap. I like it.:cool:
10-26-2008, 09:07 PM
sticksteer

Dadgum it Grouse, you know I'll have to have a 100 of em'! Can you make em' without the collar ? Those will be great for tipping with a minner.
10-26-2008, 09:40 PM
GrouseFly

gilby...that's next on the list..lol.
RT...you know that scoundrel too..he is the KING DADDY of the tinker'rs..lol.
we bunch ideas off each other's knoggin's all the time...lol.
RM...I hope to have some available soon. I put a few on ebay to see how
they would do and so far the response has been good. I don't think
anyone has seen anything like them before in the the smaller size heads.
SS....YOU READ MY MIND..lol. Hopefully, those will be next..lol. They should
be a real LIPPER RIPPER tied...LOL...:eek:
10-27-2008, 10:09 AM
wardsmit

Thanks for the kind words Mr. Paul. It may have been my idea, but u made it become reality. They are awesome fish catchers. You should belong to the tinkerer's hall of fame.
jw
10-27-2008, 12:13 PM
Fatman

Looks great!!!!!! Do you use plaster of paris or RTV to make molds with, I've been thinking of playing around making a mold but still a little chicken LOL

Fatman
10-27-2008, 12:55 PM
GrouseFly

THANKS JW, It would not of been possible without you and the need for something that you don't see everyday. I hope one day to make the TINKER"S HALL OF FAME...lol. My wife says I am well on my way..lol.
Fatman...the mold is made from barstock alum. and I did it myself..lol. As you can tell from JW's post, I am all the time JACKIN" AROUND with something. Some work and some don't, BUT THESE DO!!!! lol. They just take the best of both hook styles, the short length of a small hook and the wide hook gap from a much bigger hook and put them together in one place. THE JW SPECIAL!!!!!:D
10-27-2008, 03:56 PM
Uncle Grump

Grouse

What style/model hook are you using? Looks like it might be an Eagle Claw 571 - but I only find a 1 and 1/0 sizes listed by Do-It and other suppliers....not a 2/0.

Neat idea....

UG
10-27-2008, 07:44 PM
fishing buddy

Just needs some feathers tied on and you got a winner. Good job. Might have to get a few of them with out the collar. Getting kindda low on jigs will be getting in touch soon grouse.FB
10-27-2008, 11:42 PM
GrouseFly

UG...its a custom order hook that you have to get directly from the factory.
In my first heads, I used the 571's and they would work but like I said
earlier, THANKS to JW, I can never leave well enough alone..lol.
FB...I am working on them in a collarless as soon as I get the chance. Them
hooks are a little cranky to deal with..lol....but I am sure I can come up
with something very soon. I plan on doing that and using the same hook
in the Doulble Duece too. Everyone knows TWO EYES ARE BETTER THAN
ONE!!!!..:cool:
10-28-2008, 09:52 AM
AWMiller

add another to the list of scoundrels that personally know JW!! He's an idea generating machine!!! And he must be one heck-uv-a-guy for folks to be so impressed with him that they'd dedicate something after him!!!

in fact, there's the jig that i dedicated for him and this one has been killing them in these Texas waters!!!

#200809021 - Smitty by: AWMiller
10-28-2008, 10:01 AM
GrouseFly

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWMiller

add another to the list of scoundrels that personally know JW!! He's an idea generating machine!!! And he must be one heck-uv-a-guy for folks to be so impressed with him that they'd dedicate something after him!!!

in fact, there's the jig that i dedicated for him and this one has been killing them in these Texas waters!!!

#200809021 - Smitty by: AWMiller

AWMiller....HE"S NATIONWIDE!!!!!!!!
10-28-2008, 10:23 AM
AWMiller

that's why he's on my team!!
10-28-2008, 12:33 PM
Fatman

I've seen those type hooks on ebay before, not sure if they're the same thing but look just like them.

Fatman
10-28-2008, 03:47 PM
prchjerker

Grousefly, weve been using a collarless jig like that for a couple years.The shorter shank hook makes it almost as snagless as a jig with a weed guard.We also found you dont miss many fish either.
10-29-2008, 06:14 PM
wardsmit

Thanks fellers for all those kind words....I just tinker and question and then tinker some more. Once in a while something clicks either in my mind or i have spurred a thot in someone else. Either way the fishing world seems to benefit from it because there is where my love is and has been for a lot of yrs. You meet the best people around conversations of fishing.
10-29-2008, 09:59 PM
radtexan

Quote:

Originally Posted by wardsmit

Either way the fishing world seems to benefit from it because there is where my love is and has been for a lot of yrs. You meet the best people around conversations of fishing.

Well said Mr JW !! Ive gotten the chance to get to know some amazing fisherman,as well as first class individuals through this passion we all share !

Nothing makes my day day more than checking my email and seeing a message from you with "what do you think" as the subject line.:D.Keep those ideas coming !!
10-30-2008, 03:28 PM
wardsmit

Quote:

Originally Posted by radtexan

Well said Mr JW !! Ive gotten the chance to get to know some amazing fisherman,as well as first class individuals through this passion we all share !

Nothing makes my day day more than checking my email and seeing a message from you with "what do you think" as the subject line.:D.Keep those ideas coming !!

Well Rog, thanks. I ask that because you have some great feedback. Ole grousefly has been excellent in the ideas area as well. Not much he has not thought out, modified, or just made from scratch.