benthinkin Posted May 24, 2015 Posted May 24, 2015 Hi I am interested in making my own worms. I fish the 5 1/2 in ROBOWORM curly tail worm. I would like to duplicate this. Is there any molds that duplicate this? Quote
Super User Jig Man Posted May 25, 2015 Super User Posted May 25, 2015 I don't want to discourage you but you could easily have a couple of hundred bones tied up before you make your first worm. If you are wanting to save money then this is not the way to go. As for a mold to make them, more than likely they are covered by a patent so they can't be duplicated legally. Quote
einscodek Posted May 25, 2015 Posted May 25, 2015 Ya its not worth it unless you tear thru those worms like butter each trip.. do the math and see if tis more worthwhile to simply stock up on clearance each year at end of season sales. Quote
benthinkin Posted May 25, 2015 Author Posted May 25, 2015 I really just want a 5 1/2 in curly tail worm that isnt thick. It needs to be slender for a drop shot. Quote
Super User smalljaw67 Posted May 25, 2015 Super User Posted May 25, 2015 As the others have said, it cost a lot to get started but it is worth it if you have a space with good ventilation to do it. Bass Tackle has 2 molds that would fit what you want, the first one is worm 102, it is 3/8" in diameter, not really thin but not really heavy and it is segmented with thing sections so it would be decent for drop shot fishing. The other worm is the 6" thin stick, it is 1/2" longer than you'd like but it is thin and has a nice curly tail, if you got either of those molds you would need to get a hand injector. I think the best bet to start would be to go to bears baits and get the stick starter kit, you can choose the mold which the closest would be the 5.5" cut tail worm mold, and you get the basics for $182.00 plus shipping. Then you can search other places that sell molds like lure craft or Do-it and see which molds you like. The one think I'm going to tell you is this becomes addicting but also very rewarding but saving money you will not. I also wouldn't recommend that you get started if a $400 or $500 investment is too much because in addition to the plastic and colorant and glitters and salt you'll also need hardener, softener, a microwave that you don't use for food, safety glasses, gloves, and a few Pyrex measuring cups. That part is what usually gets people away from it because it can be overwhelming in the beginning and I won't lie, most end up selling the stuff at a loss because they don't have, or don't want to commit the time it takes to learn how to get good product as there is a learning curve. I do not make soft plastics but I know a lot that do, I instead pour lead and make a bunch of jigs and spinnerbaits plus I tie hair jigs so I have enough on my plate to satisfy but because of that I have an understanding of what it takes to do plastics as I have considered it and you have to commit yourself to it. So, if it sounds like fun and it is for you, then go for it, if it sounds like a money pit, it is and if you are looking at trying to save money rather than make a great worm for yourself, then go look at clearance sales during holidays and stock up at those times because this will save you money in the long term if you stay with just a few molds and colors, but it will take a long time until you recoup the initial start up costs. Quote
CDMeyer Posted May 27, 2015 Posted May 27, 2015 Try Jann's Net Craft. I love the 6" power worm mold I bought. Caught my PB on one Quote
FrogTosser88 Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 I also am trying to get into making soft plastics.. I saw a recycling kit you can get for 16.00 +6$ s/h... Basically you melt down your used baits to make senko style stick baits.. I think that might be a good way to get started. Quote
Super User Jig Man Posted July 6, 2015 Super User Posted July 6, 2015 I also am trying to get into making soft plastics.. I saw a recycling kit you can get for 16.00 +6$ s/h... Basically you melt down your used baits to make senko style stick baits.. I think that might be a good way to get started. When you melt down plastic you will end up with green or brown if you mix colors. The $16 outlay is only a portion of what you will need. Quote
Super User smalljaw67 Posted July 6, 2015 Super User Posted July 6, 2015 I also am trying to get into making soft plastics.. I saw a recycling kit you can get for 16.00 +6$ s/h... Basically you melt down your used baits to make senko style stick baits.. I think that might be a good way to get started. Take Jig Man's advice, it is going to cost you a lot more than 16 dollars plus shipping and handling to get started. Have you figured out what you are going to melt the plastic in or how you will melt it? Remember, recycling soft plastic you bought isn't the same as making new soft plastic baits, when you melt the old ones down there will be smoke and stink from the worm oil, salt, scent, and what ever else the brand of worm you are melting down has in it, not to mention the color. So based on that fact you know using the microwave you use for food is out of the question, so now you need a ventilated area and a way to melt the stuff and then the mold, for 16 bucks you will get a silicone mold so 1 side of your worms will be flat, not really a problem but could be disappointing if you expected fully round worms. This is just the basic stuff, as you will eventually want to get fresh plastisol and make your own color creations, so you will need colorant, glitter, a machined 2 piece mold if you want a fully round worm or craw and then hardener or softener as certain color, salt and glitter combinations will have different effects on the plastic, and then don't forget the heat stabilizer, some colors are heat sensitive like white and pearl, they scorch at low temperatures so heat stabilizer will be needed at some point. I don't want to discourage you even though it sounds like I am, I just want you to realize that 16 dollars isn't going to get you started, what you can get for that is a silicone mold and a pot and maybe a hot plate at a thrift shop, that will work to recycle a few baits but when you realize how much of a mess it will be to recycle, you will either give up or you will want to dive in and do it from scratch but that will cost a good bit to start. My advice is to go to tackle underground and get a list of what you need in the soft bait section, that will give you a basic starting point for material and all, and when you get that, add 1/2 the amount to the total, that is going to cover the waste you will get as there is a leaning curve, it is a very rewarding and satisfying hobby and really helps if you have hard water in winter but if you are going to try and cut corners to save a buck do yourself a favor and just buy your worms already made, if it was easy everyone would be making their own but it can get costly when you have a problem. So, if you want to pour worms the guys on Tackle Underground will help you out but if you want to get in the game for 16 bucks, well the results will speak for themselves, good luck. Quote
FrogTosser88 Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Like I said.. I'm just looking into getting started myself.. So i was not offering pro advice just something I saw online.. I'm actually not trying to save $ at all.. I don't mind paying for quality products.. However I am looking for something simple to get my feet wet and to learn... Likely by trial and error.. Quote
jtharris3 Posted July 8, 2015 Posted July 8, 2015 http://store.do-itmolds.com/The-Gary-Yamamoto-5-Senko-4-Cav_p_177.html Quote
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