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 Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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10/13/20 04:38 PM
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just one more
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Crappie fishing for several years now and want to start tying my own jigs. Don't know where to start so if I could get some basic direction from you guys i would appreciate it. Are start up kits the best way to get my feet wet? Any help would be Great.
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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10/13/20 06:19 PM
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gar1970
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Seems you already made your decision to start tying your own jigs. My advice would be to stay away from starter kits as the vises in them are cheap and you will replace it eventually so save your money and get yourself a good quality vise. It is the most important tool you will own. Other tools are a whip finisher, bobbin, hackle pliers, and sharp scissors. These tools can be cheap or as expensive as you like. They all work the same to a certain degree. Skip48 on here can set you up with chenille and hackle or fur.. Ebay is a good source for tying supplies. There are also many other websites for tying materials. A google search will help you find whatever you need. I'm sure others will chime in with additional advice. Have fun with it and welcome to the addiction!
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
[Re: Ken Gaby]
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10/15/20 03:36 AM
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Ken has it just about covered! I use a Peak rotary vise and love it. I would recommend Danville 210 flat wax thread when you get started. You'll be glad you did! Have fun and start taking up donations for the addiction 😁😁
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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10/15/20 01:19 PM
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Hello just one more, I have been tying for a couple of years now and i started off with a cheapo vise and that one didnt last long so i bought a Wolff vise. I have the Wolff Atlas and my husband has the Apex. They are both made from stsinless steel and will last you a lifetime. Made in the USA. ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2020/10/full-104233-69993-20201015_081208.jpg) Welcome to the addiction, have fun! 
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13731935
10/15/20 03:38 PM
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There's some good vids on YouTube that will help you in the how to department, watch several and pick the style of tying you prefer....
You can check out the playlist on my YouTube channel on jig tying if you want..... Some say it's helped them....
Last edited by SK.; 10/15/20 03:39 PM.
Crappie Guide on Houston TX area lakes. Email to schedule a trip: skscrappiecatchingadventures@gmail.com or call my message line 281-301-9316 REGARDLESS OF HOW MANLY YOU THINK YOU ARE WEARING A PFD CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE.....Onxy A/M 24 PFD's Check Out SK's CRAPPIE Catching Adventures on YouTube.... https://www.youtube.com/user/fishingorhunting
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13736854
10/20/20 12:42 PM
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Skip_48
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Peak Vise Dealer
Tying Materials, Chenille and Hackle
For Pictures of my Crystal, Nylon/Rayon or
New Age Chenille Please PM Me! Also I
have the Saltwater Neck Hackle and some
colors of Marabou plus other things![/color]
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
[Re: just one more]
#13736999
10/20/20 02:33 PM
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just one more
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Thanks for all the help. I appreciate the good info and a place to start.
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13738678
10/21/20 07:13 PM
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You better plan on a spending a lot of money .... there will be no way out!!!  ![[Linked Image]](http://myfolderz.com/Jigs/Tying_desk/Tying_station-001.JPG)
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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10/22/20 01:36 PM
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Skip_48
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[quote=ACAMS]You better plan on a spending a lot of money .... there will be no way out!!! Truth! Skip
Peak Vise Dealer
Tying Materials, Chenille and Hackle
For Pictures of my Crystal, Nylon/Rayon or
New Age Chenille Please PM Me! Also I
have the Saltwater Neck Hackle and some
colors of Marabou plus other things![/color]
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
[Re: just one more]
#13741998
10/24/20 11:25 AM
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SK.
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I've had several tell me this was a big help...... https://youtu.be/gYQdXfoQdL4
Crappie Guide on Houston TX area lakes. Email to schedule a trip: skscrappiecatchingadventures@gmail.com or call my message line 281-301-9316 REGARDLESS OF HOW MANLY YOU THINK YOU ARE WEARING A PFD CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE.....Onxy A/M 24 PFD's Check Out SK's CRAPPIE Catching Adventures on YouTube.... https://www.youtube.com/user/fishingorhunting
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13741999
10/24/20 11:26 AM
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SK.
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And if you want to get fancy! https://youtu.be/dN4tYgCWY2o
Crappie Guide on Houston TX area lakes. Email to schedule a trip: skscrappiecatchingadventures@gmail.com or call my message line 281-301-9316 REGARDLESS OF HOW MANLY YOU THINK YOU ARE WEARING A PFD CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE.....Onxy A/M 24 PFD's Check Out SK's CRAPPIE Catching Adventures on YouTube.... https://www.youtube.com/user/fishingorhunting
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13742548
10/24/20 10:26 PM
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And the initial investment sounds high and it is, but in the long run your dollars ahead. And you will change how you fish. Nothing compares to ketchin fish on jigs you spunup yourself...especially on days they don't wont bite!
Life is Good..<><
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
[Re: gar1970]
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10/27/20 01:36 AM
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banker-always fishing
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Seems you already made your decision to start tying your own jigs. My advice would be to stay away from starter kits as the vises in them are cheap and you will replace it eventually so save your money and get yourself a good quality vise. It is the most important tool you will own. Other tools are a whip finisher, bobbin, hackle pliers, and sharp scissors. These tools can be cheap or as expensive as you like. They all work the same to a certain degree. Skip48 on here can set you up with chenille and hackle or fur.. Ebay is a good source for tying supplies. There are also many other websites for tying materials. A google search will help you find whatever you need. I'm sure others will chime in with additional advice. Have fun with it and welcome to the addiction! Spoken by a super jig maker, who's jigs seem to catch anything that swims. Great baits. 
![[Linked Image]](http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/823/ycku.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/560/ukw3.jpg) IGFA World Record Rio Grande Cichlid. Lake Dunlap. John 3:16 Sinner's Prayer. God forgive me a sinner. I accept Jesus Christ as my Savior !
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Re: Want to start to tie some of my own jigs--any help on how to get started
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#13748736
10/29/20 11:38 PM
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gar1970
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Thank you for the kind words Chuck 
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