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Jig head for 5" Bastrix #11036643 08/12/15 03:27 AM
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Wanting something that is good quality and maybe 3/4 oz or 1 oz. wanting to count down to 18 feet or so and have a slow steady, sometimes erratic retrieve. What would be best? Taking my Dad Hybrid fishing, but will obviously use them for bass too!

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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036648 08/12/15 03:30 AM
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Squadron heads


Try these. Plus, they have Trokar hooks.


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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036681 08/12/15 03:51 AM
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I make custom swimjigs with a non chip powder coating that dents with the lead instead of chipping. super high gloss finish. 3d eyes. the head may pair up very nicely with a hollow body.

here is a picture for reference:


Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: bigbass94] #11036688 08/12/15 03:55 AM
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Originally Posted By: bigbass94
Squadron heads


Try these. Plus, they have Trokar hooks.


Those don't come in 3/4 and 1 oz. I do like the fact they have Trokar hooks and I like the head design.

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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: bassdoode] #11036690 08/12/15 03:56 AM
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Originally Posted By: bassdoode
I make custom swimjigs with a non chip powder coating that dents with the lead instead of chipping. super high gloss finish. 3d eyes. the head may pair up very nicely with a hollow body.

here is a picture for reference:



I'm wanting just a quality hook and a good head design. I don't want a weed guard. Those look good though.

Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036705 08/12/15 04:05 AM
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Try calling Bayou Baits at Lake Fork. I know he makes all kinds up to an ounce with 60 and 90 degree hooks. He's slow but is the only one around that makes them that heavy that I know of.

Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: JimmyP] #11036709 08/12/15 04:08 AM
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Originally Posted By: JimmyP
Try calling Bayou Baits at Lake Fork. I know he makes all kinds up to an ounce with 60 and 90 degree hooks. He's slow but is the only one around that makes them that heavy that I know of.


Thanks, Jimmy! I'm at Fork often enough to grab some.

Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036723 08/12/15 04:23 AM
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Santone S3.

Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036734 08/12/15 04:38 AM
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What about a weighted hook in 3/4oz?


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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036742 08/12/15 05:11 AM
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Santone S3



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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036743 08/12/15 05:12 AM
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the santone is a great option!

Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036756 08/12/15 05:32 AM
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I like the VMC Ike approved swimbait heads. They are copies of the revenge "hedz" that have very detailed paint jobs and the 3/4 has a 6/0 hook which is great for that size basstrix. The don't make a one ounce though. Also, strike king has squadron heads in 3/4 and 1 oz, they just don't have the trokar hook. I believe they use the same gamakatsu siwash heavy guage hook that they use in the hackney jigs and heavy cover stuff. They are a pretty stout hook and pretty cheap at $3.19 a 3 pack. I have never used the santone's or bayou baits head that were recommended, but I am sure you won't go wrong with either of those as well. Have fun.

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The above I have in sizes 5/8, 3/4 and 1 oz. Have them with either a 6/0 or 8/0 hook.

I have these up to 1/2 oz in either a 6/0 or 8/0 hook.

http://www.flatlandscustomtackle.com/store/p8/Shimmer_Swimmer__%245.50_-_5.99_Per_2Pack.html


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Re: Jig head for 5" Bastrix [Re: DKennimer] #11036901 08/12/15 12:42 PM
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Derrick, I'm a big fan of the Basstrix. No need to get fancy with jig heads. The fish can't tell a fancy, like-like painted one from a plain lead head. They're keying on your bait and its action, not the jighead. Save your money and buy Owner Bullets. Perhaps a little super glue. They're all you need. Like these...

http://www.fishermanswarehouse.com/shop/owner-saltwater-bullet-ultra-head/


I have several $$$ worth of swimbait heads. Pretty ones with all kinds of bait keepers, eyes, lifelike features, etc. They're a waste of money, imo.

p.s.-you need to try the 7" for bass on Fork wink




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