Recent content by Hippel

Tied up a 4" magnum bunny strip version of a senko in black with purple flash. Took it to a neighborhood pond yesterday afternoon and this guy ate it! I missed a couple more, but this one was a nice surprise! Tight Lines, Heath

But I had to try! I found these weighted off-set worm hooks at Academy and power painted the lead. This is a 2/0 hook with a 1/16th oz. lead belly powder painted purple. Then there is some purple krystal chenille on the bend and some UV purple krystal flash on the sides. The bunny is two...

Anyone ever worked with Tungsten. I was wondering because there are fly bodies made from tungsten, and it looks like it was molded some how. I'm interested in using it for a jig that I'd want to be heavier than lead without the bulk.

Found the weighted off-set worm hook in the local Academy sporting goods store. It's a 2/0 hook, and I learned it comes in 1/8 oz. and 1/16 oz. weights. I powder painted the lead, and tied the eyes on the inside of the shank in that first bend up from the lead. Then I started the small red...

Starting with a 1/4 oz. Flats Bugg jighead, tied screw lock to hook shank. Then std. bunny for the sides, magnum bunny on top, and flash in between. 30 lb. mason for the weedguard, and then attach your curl tail grub of choice. The chartreuse tail is a 4", the glow is 3" Slit is cut in the...

Howdy from Texas! Found this site through Keith of Hawn Jigs. He's been somewhat of a mentor and encourager to me as I began learning about pouring jigs, painting, and dressing them. I live near the Gulf Coast and fish for reds, trout, and flounder as much (but not often enough!) as I can...