Islandbass�s Baby Bass � Crankbait #2 Completed

IslandBass · 07-26-2009, 11:56 PM

I finally got around to completing it. This is the same one that caught a largemouth bass while I was field-testing it when it was still unpainted.

Before

This time, I used a super cheap airbrush that I bought a long time ago and forgot about until I did a little spring-cleaning in the garage. The dark green strip was done by dabs with a hand brush.

After

This is what I call Islandbass�s baby bass color scheme.

There is still a lot of improvement in painting, but I think I am getting better with each try.

I can�t wait to try this out.

Twothirteen · 07-27-2009, 03:02 AM

The eye to it is spot on! I love the color pattern as well; it turned out nicely, this lure should produce some monster fish. ; )

arkansasbasser · 07-28-2009, 05:18 PM

Wow! You've really gotten better at the paint for sure. That's a nice looking bait IB. I still have that topwater if you decide on a topwater project. Just PM me with your address and I'll send it to you. Bill

Basshound · 08-01-2009, 06:54 AM

I like it. I might have to start something like that this winter. Being that i have done many Graphic paint jobs on cars i would maybe pull this off.

Basshound · 08-01-2009, 06:57 AM

Real quick. what did you use for a clear top coat? Did you put down a clear sealer undercoat? I'm not sure what would be appropriat for lures.

Lou · 08-01-2009, 03:04 PM

Nice work!

IslandBass · 08-03-2009, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Basshound

Real quick. what did you use for a clear top coat? Did you put down a clear sealer undercoat? I'm not sure what would be appropriat for lures.

Thanks!

As for the top coat, I used Dev Con 2-Ton Epoxy. Many lure makers use it and many also use envirotex. I also know that some of them seal their baits before painting them. However, I didn't learn about that until after I painted and top coated this one.

I have not found a sealer undercoat that I want to try. I am still researching which type would be best or whether I need to seal it at all.

Check out the tackle underground site. This is the place real lure makers share their wealth of knowledge.

-rank amateur lure maker.

Basshound · 08-03-2009, 04:33 PM

Thanks, I will check it out.
Im not sure if a sealer is even needed. Sealers are usually used to help with bleed throughs and adhesion. But i may be overlooking the need for it. so much to learn i guess.

IslandBass · 08-03-2009, 11:53 PM

I hear you. The purpose for some lure makers presealing is to prevent water entry into the lure's body if the lure gets damage. I can see their point but for me, I'll keep fishing with it anyway and fix it when I get home.

arkansasbasser · 08-07-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Basshound

Thanks, I will check it out.
Im not sure if a sealer is even needed. Sealers are usually used to help with bleed throughs and adhesion. But i may be overlooking the need for it. so much to learn i guess.

I know that on a topwater, if it's not sealed the wood will absorb water and it will sink.

IslandBass · 08-07-2009, 11:30 PM

ark,

even with the dev con as the top coat, will the water get through it and into the wooden body? I hope not. Let me know.

RiverJohn · 08-08-2009, 07:23 AM

Hey ! Thats pretty cool stuff !

Thanks for sharing.

arkansasbasser · 08-09-2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by IslandBass

ark,

even with the dev con as the top coat, will the water get through it and into the wooden body? I hope not. Let me know.

If the finish starts cracking from time and water (and they will) they will start to absorb water. I used to just put another coat on from time to time.