DIY Fishing Spoons
One of the most used lures is the metal spoon. Originally made from actual spoons, these lures successfully attract and catch numerous species of game fish thanks to their wobbling vibration in the water and flashing colors that imitate a struggling bait fish. Fine-tuned and mass-produced spoons are readily available to purchase, however, you can still make an effective lure from an actual eating utensil.
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Things You'll Need
- Spoon (teaspoon or larger)
- Hacksaw
- Metal file
- Permanent marker
- Drill with 1/16 inch bit
- Split ring (2)
- Treble hook
- Paint
- Brush
Instructions
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Select a spoon to convert into a lure. Choose a spoon size that will allow you to make a bait capable of attracting the size and type fish you are after. It is important to match the size of the spoon to the size of the fish.
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Place the spoon on a sturdy work surface. Use a permanent marker to mark two locations for drilling on the spoon. Select a point about 1/8 inch from the front of the spoon and another point 1/8 inch from the point where the handle meets the spoon. Drill a 1/16 inch hole at the marked points. Split rings will later be installed in the holes. The holes are easier to drill with the handle still attached.
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Hold the spoon securely with one hand and begin cutting the spoon with the other. Cut the handle from the spoon at the point where they meet. Attempt to make as straight a cut as possible. Smooth the cut surface of the metal spoon with a metal file. Use the file to straighten and smooth any rough parts of the cut.
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Attach a split ring to both the front and back hole in the spoon. Attach a treble hook to the split ring in the back hole. The back hole will be nearest to where the handle was originally attached.
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Polish the spoon with a soft cloth and use it as a lure, with the chrome finish providing a flash in the water. You can also paint the spoon with enamel paints including white and red for attracting fish. Use a small hobby brush and apply at least two coats of paint. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly between each coat.
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References
- Photo Credit spoon image by Jim Mills from Fotolia.com
