Freaking work of art. Absolutely beautiful. Good job

@zimmtex

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Yep, another unrecognized master at luremaking! I'm glad I was lucky to find your channel!

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate your support!

@febrianiarafahf9961

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex 7ù7ùhy

@jacewalker5721

2 жыл бұрын

I know Im asking randomly but does anybody know a method to log back into an Instagram account? I was stupid forgot my account password. I love any tips you can give me

@kasenmarley8787

2 жыл бұрын

@Jace Walker instablaster ;)

@jacewalker5721

2 жыл бұрын

@Kasen Marley i really appreciate your reply. I found the site thru google and im trying it out atm. I see it takes a while so I will reply here later with my results.

I never watch videos over 20 min unless I know I like the individual. I just found this and watched it in it's entirety in one sitting. Great video, mad skills!! I'll be back!

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate that!

Another beautiful job. Looks like it swims really well. Great job!!

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

Brilliant, I've watched a few of these, this is the best I've seen for sure.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Super travail 👍 merci pour toutes ces précisions

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome; I am glad you enjoy watching. Thank you!

Wow! I think I have something to try this winter. I don't really have that kind of talent but it looks like fun! Thanks for the video.

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope you have fun with your build.

Bro!! This helped my confidence so much! I’ve been wanting to build my own glides but was afraid I just didn’t have the “wood skills” as I’d not seen it done before all the way through, but watching you do it has been a godsend! I stated airbrushing pre-made blanks during Covid for fun and have gotten a good gill pattern down, my ponds primary forage has been bluegill! I’ve been so afraid to try doing my own glides I’ve spent way to much $ on buying other companies high end glides to paint. Just subbed and wanted to say thanks a ton!! I hope to develop my own brand in the future as a side hustle, making and selling my own jon jon’s outdoors brand of baits. Thanks again!! jj

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jon! I'm glad you found it interesting. I did a little bluegill swimbait not too long ago; might be right down your alley. Thanks for watching and thanks for your support!

Thank you so much for the work done and the film!

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your support!

Lot of great info equaled lots of notes! Thanks

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

It's more like a piece of art than a fishing lures great job as usual God bless you and your family

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words!

Absolutely brilliant mate, with that standard of workmanship I'm sure you be very successful! Thanks, from your newest Aussie subscriber - keep the videos coming

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I really appreciate your support!

Awesome job on the video!

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Very nice work!

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Oh weird a lee pot that drips lol love the video!

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! Thanks for watching!

Congratulations on 100 subscribers!

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Dude you’r videos are great keep making you’re one of a kind Lures

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have tons of ideas for cool lures; stay tuned....

@romreelfishing1469

4 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex so I'm just starting out making lures and I was wondering if I could send you one

Parabéns pelo seu trabalho está isca artificial artesanal ficou muito bem elaborada.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your support!

Good work, subscribed.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, I appreciate it!

HVAC TAPE FTW🤘

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Very nice!

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike!

Dude that’s absolutely perfect and inspirational. I’m your newest subscriber

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James, I'm glad you like it!

@BoandBeceadventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex you really do exceptional work. And you can work and talk at the same time which is a big plus. That maximizes a viewers experience. I look forward to your next one.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

@@BoandBeceadventures Thanks, I appreciate it!

EXCELENTE TRABAJO ARTESANAL BUENISIMO ,SALUDOS AMIGO

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Another great vid. Love your work. What is the mesh that you use for your scales or where do you get it from. Keep up the great work and take care.

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That is an aluminum screen mesh that I found at Hobby Lobby. The great thing about rigid mesh is that you can use them to roll on foil textures as well as a paint screen.

I really love the way you test weigh your lures. I winged my first lure, which turned out ok but it could have been better. I will be using your idea about making weights of different sizes. One question though, why do pour lead vs just gluing in the lead “pucks” that are premade?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Nothing against pre-made weights, pouring lead gives me very fine control. I can also pour into a long thin channel or an odd shape space if I want.

I just switched to .041 wire from .35 I like it alot better for the medium st

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! I've accumulated quite a bit of different sized wire. Each has its place.

I thought I wanted to try making a glide bait myself..... Not so sure I am even going to try now 😅 beautiful lure

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Don't give up on it!

You can try leave the fins on it next time (an example: savage gear shine glider , they left the fins on there and it made the bait more realistic)

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Speaking of which.... Stay tuned for my next video, I think you will like it! Thanks for watching!

Love the work! Appreciate seeing quality details. Do you have any specific HVAC foil that you like? The stuff I've been using seems to get a bit cloudy and not very vibrant.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Trevor! The exact tape I use is Shurtape AF914. I don't know if there's anything special about it. I grabbed it because it doesn't have anything printed on it. After you apply your tape, try wiping it with a paper towel dabbed in some rubbing alcohol. That might brighten it up a little bit.

@TrevorF03

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex I’ll try the alcohol wipe. Yea that shurtape is very thin! Looks like some good stuff.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you!

Hello, Love your work. Great skill and creativity. In watching what do you use to rub in the scale patterns on your aluminum tape? Thanks Paul

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I have an aluminum mesh that I use for the pattern; I put a link to it in the description for you. Thanks for watching!

Awesome Awesome Awesome! What determines your center cut line separating the front and tail? I would like to try making my first bait.

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

I put mine near the center . To be honest, I haven't experimented with moving that around, but this seems to work fine.

Have you tried PVC? It is not as forgiving as wood but doesn't need to be sealed because it is impervious to water. I've made several baits with this material and it paints very nicely. It is available in the big box stores such as Lowes and HD. Look for it in the trim section.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried that, but I will definately check it out. Thanks!

@jerrywilson4104

3 жыл бұрын

You will need to take precautions when sanding this material because of the fines. A mask is a must and since it is similar to a plastic, as you sand it, the "saw dust" will adhere to you because of the static electricity you create when sanding. Have fun with it!

Very nice!...do you ever make molds and pour them from resin?

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I don't currently make any resin lures. For now, all of mine are hand carved wood.

I have access to a 3d printer using what is called stl files. Interesting to see you twist up the wire, drill a .041 hole into the plug , insert the wire into the plug and then epoxy it in. I think I will try that approach using the 3d printed plug.

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

That's cool, I bet it will work! I have dabbled in 3D printing; just never made a fishing plug. Best of luck to you!

Absolutely beautiful work. I assume you sell your baits?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

For now, I am concentrating my efforts on videos and so I do not produce enough to sell. If that changes, I will definately let everyone know. Thank you for your interest and support!

Outstanding work! Very well done! What was that liquid you put on the mold and rubbed in with paper towel?

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I sealed the wood with InstaCure, but you can also use polyurethane.

What timber do you use for your lures? They look brilliant

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I almost always use Poplar because it has a nice fine grain and I can get it easily. I also really like basswood.

You need to do a shad glide bait

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Oooh, I like that idea! I'm going to put that on my list

I now understand why these can cost $100's of dollars. Awesome video!!

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it!

What angle do you have that piece of wood set to help you cut the lure?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I have it at 45 degrees.

Ive noticed when i think i have the weight perfect, by the time i drill out the wood it throws it off alot. I did one yesterday had a slight nose down drop then after i drilled and installed all weight it was extremely nose heavy. Maybe im messing up something too?? Thanks for the upload !!

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Hey rustyman! You can always drill a little bit of the lead out of the nose before you cover it up. You should get it slightly more buoyant than you think because fillers, foil and epoxies will add weight to the final product. Good luck to you and thanks for watching!

This bait is real masterpiece, don't you worry about pikes? Why don't you use steel leader for example? Btw, have you already catch something on this beauty?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I don't think there are any pikes in my lake, but I was so worried about loosing this lure, I had it tied to 80 pound braid. I haven't had another chance to fish with it yet. Maybe I can get back to it over winter.

WOW !! That's not just a bit of homemade DIY !! That is an absolute work of art my friend !! I dunno about throwing it into a lake, I'd happily have that sat on my mantlepiece :O) I make stuff too, mostly musical instruments and I learn't loads of nifty little tricks and techniques from this video. I'm curious to know what you used to fill those weight holes. Some kind of powder and then superglue? So impressed with this Lure, Really am.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your kind words! I do loose some of these lures from time to time, but its worth the risk to me when I catch a fish on a lure that I made. The powder I use is baking soda with superglue. It makes an instant patch that you can sand and paint. Thanks for your support!

@SONGSTICKS

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex Excellent, Cheers. I must go buy some baking soda now then. I can see many uses for that :O)

Where did you find the weights you glued on? Did you make those or are those something you purchased?

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

I used fortner bits to drill pockets in a scrap piece of wood. Than I poured lead into them to make the weights.Thanks for your interest!

What’d you use to connect the two pieces together?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

My twist wire joints were made with 0.041" aircraft stainless steel lock wire. I have linked it in the description below the video. Thanks for watching!

hola el video es bueno y el señuelo que hiciste y compartite para todos nosotros está muy bien yo voy a fabricar uno de esos señuelo pues me gustó mucho lo que lamento es que el video no está subtitulado ya que no hablo inglés y no entiendo lo que hablas,espero que ora un prisión video este subtitulado para que lo que no hablan inglés podamos disfrutar y entender lo que dice. pero en cuanto al diseño del video y de como hacerlo está bien claro y entendible. Saludo desde República Dominicana 🤗🤗🤗🤗

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your suggestion; I will try to get subtitles on my videos. Good luck on your lure build!

After you pour the lead into the shallow wood holes to make your weights, how do you get them out of the wood?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

After it cools it will shrink a little and you can tap them out. The more you use the same board the easier it is to get them out. Thanks for watching!

What is on your Vice so it doesn’t damage the bait?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I just added several layers of duct tape. It has just the right amount of cushion and grip. Thanks for watching!

Bonsoir,super ou trouve t'on le papier alu a découper collant,merci pour la réponse

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I get my foil tape from the hardware store. Thanks for watching!

What kind of glue do you use to glue the hardware into the bait

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I prefer 30 minute epoxy. Thanks for watching!

How do you use the decal paper? I got the kind from hobby lobby and it doesn’t let me write on top and it won’t go through. Do I need a printer and use water like the instructions say

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I dont think I've ever tried to write on it, I always use the printer. After I print on the paper I spray it with decal set and let it dry. Then I can cut it out and dip it in the water to release the image from the paper. Hope that helps; thanks for watching!

What is that water slide decal paper? I can’t seem to find it anywhere.

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Testers makes it. I got it from Hobby Lobby, but you should be able to find it wherever you get plastic model kits.

@joelnoles4530

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks so much! Absolutely insane lures man.

Impressive, I want one. How to get them? Regards

@zimmtex

7 ай бұрын

Unfortunately I do not currently sell lures but I appreciate your interest and support!

What was that liquid you put on the wood to cure it before you started painting. You sealed it with something?

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Ultra thin Insta Cure (superglue). You could also use polyurethane or wood sealer.

What kinda wood carving tools do u use

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

I tend to mostly use a box knife for rough carving and an Xacto knife for detail work. I also use a micromotor with various bits. You can find a list of the tools and products I use on my website if you are interested: www.zimmtexlures.com/productlinks

What do you put on the tree? Instant glue? Or is it varnish? Why are you applying it?

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

I seal the wood with super glue before painting to keep it from absorbing any water and to harden it. The clear coat is an epoxy resin which protects the paint.

@grin_works

4 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex Thank you very much for your kind explanation.!!^^

How in the hell do you use paper towels to get the excess off when waterproofing! I tried and I swear it grabbed that paper towel instantly!!

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

So I use very quick swipes on big drops of glue; I'm just trying to avoid big globs. If it isn't working, you can just let it dry and sand it later (wear a respirator). Your other option is to try polyurethane, which I have used with excellent results. Hope this helps!

Really awesome lurebuilding but what is even better the manufactor off the eyes got thr same name as me

@dexxie77

3 жыл бұрын

Lastname i mean

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you're gettin those fish eye residuals! Thanks for watching. :)

@dexxie77

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex im from holland but i have lot of reletives in the US so no free eyes🤣🤣

@dexxie77

3 жыл бұрын

And ure lures make me drool really crafstwork

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

@@dexxie77 aw man! :)

A jointed Glidebait just a couple secs in and il gladly watch (rookie builder on this side of the screen) . my brain doesnt seem to wrap around that idea . / Paul Roger Nilsson

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I love jointed glide baits; there's just something about them that make them so appealing. Thanks for watching!

Where did you get the weights?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I put a link to it for you in the description. Thanks for watching!

😀

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Todd!

Well.... I went and got myself some Baking soda and superglue and it's awesome. What a nifty little trick that is ! I'm wondering if you could make an entire Lure from just baking soda and superglue... Waddya reckon? There's a challenge for you :O)

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure it could be done, expensive though. I'll add it to the idea list. Thanks!

@SONGSTICKS

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex Hi again, I went into town yesterday and went into "The Pound Shop" looking for Loctite superglue. They only had a tiny pot of gel, but they also had a different brand called "Stick it super glue" which was only £1 for 7off 3g tubes (21gms total) So I thought, worth a try and it works a treat !! Thought you might like to give it a go and keep your costs down a bit. I found one on ebay that's £2.96 for 7 packs but still much cheaper than Loctite ! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/7-Pack-Stick-It-SUPER-GLUE-All-Purpose-Strong-Adhesive-Superglue-3g-tubes/184477382473?hash=item2af3b57749:g:IOMAAOSwZfBffGcg

how thick is the block of wood you start with?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

When I start carving, the wood is 1 1/2" thick. Thanks for watching!

@2kbluedragon

3 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex no problem thank you for the reply

quel bois utilisez vous pour faire le leur

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Poplar, thanks for watching!

What wood is it for this lure?

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

This one is poplar, my favorite wood to work with.

What angle did u use for the joint?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I believe this was a 45 degree angle. To get a little more range of movement, you can sand the 'V' in the tail section to widen the gap a little bit.

@cameronwoolsey7023

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I appreciate that.

Здравствуйте, где можно купить такую сетку для чешуи? Заранее благодарю

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

You can get them from hobby stores or from my website: www.zimmtexlures.com/productlinks

What wood did u use

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

This is made of poplar; thanks for watching!

Where do you get the weights? I’ve been looking for them but can’t find any

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Try sporting goods stores or Midway USA. You can get lead ingots by the pound and melt them down. I drill shallow holes in a block of wood and pour the lead into those to make different sizes. I'll try to get a link in the description.

Man, I just installed an 18K btu Split Duct unit in my garage/man cave. 95/100 outside. 72 degrees inside and it heats in the winter..

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

I have been seriously considering some AC. This heat is really slowing down my production.

@jimtrogdon5363

4 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex Roger that. I hear you. I paid $765 and watched "split duct installation for dummies"on youbtube and saved installation cost. Not as difficult as I was expecting..

How much would this bait cost

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

It's hard for me to say because I don't sell lures. I think one of a kind handmade wood lures would be quite expensive because of the time put into them. Most lure makers seem to sell resin casts. Even then, some of those go for hundreds of dollars. I don't have any immediate plans to sell lures, but if I did, I would probably auction a few on ebay to get an idea of what the market is.

Good video but your drill and chisel work give me anxiety 😂😂super scketchy but your final result is great and you still have your fingers

@zimmtex

Ай бұрын

Ha! Thanks! I think it looks more sketchy on video than it really is.

What type of wood ?

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

This one was made of poplar, but basswood is also a good choice.

I’ve NEVER mentioned safety on the internet for anything. BUT anyone have their hand tingle when he drilled the holes holding the bait?

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment, I appreciate your input. Because there was so much wood between me and the drill, I was not concerned. However, I agree that there are better ways to accomplish that task. Thank you for watching!

I hope you keep a master copy of the drawings,

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I do keep the original sketches.

U should ise filter like nd filter so we can see it better

@zimmtex

Ай бұрын

Great suggestion, I will look into that. Thanks!

@AndrewMurphy8383

Ай бұрын

@zimmtex or try a cpl filter sorry forgot about it

You dont need to have that long of a twist wire, half of what you use in the video is plenty strong. Then you wont have to deal with interference between the hook ties and the swim joint

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've been planning on doing a video testing pull-out strength on a variety of twist wire variables including embedment length, angle of attack and glue type. I appreciate you sharing your expertise!

Just found this channel. You do some great work. Definitely going to sub. But, that hat...that hat has to go...in a trash can.

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Whaaat!? Stro's gotta go? Lol. Thank you for watching!

@TaterChip91

2 жыл бұрын

@@zimmtex Well, if you can get Correa to resign with your Stros, that'd be great. Because all signs are making me really think he's coming to my Cubs....and I just can't be having that lol No no no no. Not hating on you at all, just the team. I probably sound like an ass hole but thats not my intention. Just saying. This is getting awkward for me so, great lures man. I know I'll be learning a lot from them as I'm just getting into carving my own stuff now.

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

@@TaterChip91 No worries, I appreciate you stopping by. Best wishes!

one mistake i never made again was driling into a lure that had trebles still attatched, the drill took hold of it and spun it around like mad luckily i got out of the way quick smart. seeing you hold the lure while drilling into it made me cringe so much !

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

We all learn from our experiences. Sometimes I catch myself doing something in a weird way to get it in frame on the camera. When I do catch it, I stop and reposition the camera instead. Thanks for watching!

Woodglut has a very large project base.

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

👍👍👍👍👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🎅

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

👍👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💚🐠🐠🌹❤️

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good craftmanship. But unfortunately I couldn't see it swimming , so we have to take your world for it. Right?

@zimmtex

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your comment. Since this video, I have gotten a test pool to get better swimming action shots. Thanks for watching!

I share your passion for lure carving! Thanks for sharing! Awesome work dude!! I just make them for fun check out @brillantlures

@zimmtex

4 жыл бұрын

It is a lot of fun!

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@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Safety….If you don’t know how to use tools safely, you out to be with mother…making jello.

@zimmtex

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

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He, that wood does not move at all. All that work for nothing

@zimmtex

Жыл бұрын

?

just make them stop with all talking