Comeback Of The Legendary GRIM REAPER Lures! Handcrafted in NZ

[@lloydsmith4353]

In 1989 I won a competition with Grim Reaper lures. I had to return the packaging to go in the draw. The prize was a trip to the Three Kings Islands a speed jigging rod and reel, a bunch of lures and a Grim Reaper hat. I lost the hat somewhere in my travels but still have a few lures , the rod and reel and the memories of a great trip.

[@Fishingreminder]

Wow, winning that competition must have been a dream come true! It's a shame about the hat, but the memories and the lures are priceless. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@WekaDigitalMediaNZ]

Definitely my favourite lures, nice to see you got to see them getting made.

[@Fishingreminder]

Yeah some great lures with a lot of history. It was super fun to watch them being made as I had no idea about this process before we went there. Lot's of work goes into making them.

[@rhysdawson4472]

Have had the opportunity to fish these lures and sit with Dean early on purchasing Grim Reaper and his knowledge and passion has us hooked, along with all the fish we’ve been catching. Cheers bro Rhys and Kat

[@Fishingreminder]

That is awesome guys! Dean's knowledge and passion for fishing is incredible. He is certainly the right person to bring these amazing lures back.

[@robhowardlivefree5519]

Awesome video guys, you put that together really well. It's always interesting to see how lures are made, it's definitely a craft and I totally understand how much positive intention goes into each and every single one he makes. Dean is actually my brother, and if anyone knows about jigging for fish - it's Dean! 😊 Great video, awesome lures! New subscriber right here 😊

[@Fishingreminder]

Hey Rob, thanks so much for the nice feedback. Dean told us that you are also into lure making. Might have to pay you a visit sometime :) Cheers for the sub

[@robhowardlivefree5519]

@@Fishingreminder HI mate, sure thing if you are ever up Foxton Beach way let me know it would be nice to catch up. Happy to take you out for a fish if the weather provides the opportunity 👍

[@deanhoward7534]

Awesome video Mark and Heyshin. Thanks so much ❤

[@Fishingreminder]

Hey Dean, what an incredible experience! A huge thanks for inviting us and providing such an insightful tour of the jig-making process. Your are a true legend for bringing back the Grim Reapers! We are looking forward to catching up with you again in the future.

[@deanhoward7534]

@@Fishingreminder sure will try getting down south to catch some different species with you!

[@marktotzke]

​@@deanhoward7534that sounds awesome 👍 looking forward to it 🎣

[@BasicFishingNZ]

pretty cool u showcased the old school classic lures. pretty cool a fellows trying to produce them here in nz now. i still got one of the grim reaper lures but never used it haha got it hidden somewhere haha. i remember the old shows they showcased those lures so much especially wen jigging for both snapper and kingfish

[@Fishingreminder]

Thanks mate, yeah it was awesome to see how these lures are made locally and the improvements Dean has done. The next video will be awesome too because we only fished with the grim reapers and caught so many fish. Using them as micro jigs instead of just spinning lures makes them so versatile and effective.

[@chrispatrick4486]

Awesome lures. Blue and white definitely a favorite

[@Fishingreminder]

blue and white seem to be a firm favourite, especially for kahawai. What size do you prefer?

[@chrispatrick4486]

I used 60 or a 80 gram lures 😊

[@walkintomydream7208]

​@@chrispatrick4486 I should try it one day. I heard a few guys who said that works good in NZ

[@tanawimutu8916]

​@@Fishingreminder60 and 40 for me, for kahawai anyway

[@Fishingreminder]

Check out Grim Reaper Lures on Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093836657613 And please feel free to share this video around.

[@normantewara5540]

Awesome lures can’t wait to give em a go also make one of my own one day

[@elinekisona6211]

Cool video! Love youre work Uncle Dean 🙌

[@Fishingreminder]

cheers mate!

[@maakarotarangi5140]

30 odd years ago I caught my first Kingfish on a grim reaper lure Glad 2 hear they are still going strong

[@Fishingreminder]

Nice! Truly timeless lures

[@taipaboyz]

Wow, the blue and white reapers are the best

[@Fishingreminder]

Blue and white are absolute kahawai killers 👍

[@petem4840]

Dude thats a cool set up reminds of us make sinkers in your old mans garage

[@Fishingreminder]

haha, yeah brings up some memories, eh

[@Adamskibobwombat]

Amazing! Would love to get my hands on some of the tiny 6gm black/gold trout versions. Those were deadly in the lakes!

[@Fishingreminder]

yeah black and gold is the best color from my experience as well. Could also paint them over with a bit of nail polish to get the black and gold effect. I actually might give that a go :) the small pink and white can also be quite good for trout.

[@emerson9501]

Very interesting, I’ve had these in the past, will have to give them another whirl with that hook arrangement

[@Fishingreminder]

yeah the jig assist hooks and the UV color make all the difference. We caught so many snapper with them. Next video will be all about fishing with these lures.

[@walkintomydream7208]

Grim Reaper lures must have been popular in the past.

[@matthewcarrigan8377]

That is sweet guys

[@Fishingreminder]

cheers mate

[@robperano7708]

My first jigs.Deadly on Blue Cod in Marlborough.

[@Fishingreminder]

awesome, that's where we'll be heading in a couple of months

[@JohnHicksDoP]

Great video as always! Amazing channel! I’m visiting my bro in law in Feb from uk. Could you please suggest some land based and easy kayak sots for me to try . He lives in Titirangi. I’m a super keen lure and bait fisherman. Thanks again for your great videos!

[@Fishingreminder]

Thanks John. There are a few nice spots out from Titirangi for land based fishing. Kayaking can be a bit dangerous in the Manukau harbour because of the strong currents. But for land based spots, just out from one of the beaches at low tide/incoming, fishing into a channel. Then there is a popular fishing wharf in Cornwallis. My favourite spot for fishing would be Whatipu. A bit of a drive but it's awesome for rock fishing and surfcasting. Have a look at our video about fishing and camping spots in Auckland. We showcase a bit of Whatipu there.

[@JohnHicksDoP]

Thanks for the information about fishing near Titirangi. Very helpful! We will try some of those spots you mentioned in your camping fishing spots video near Auckland. We will hopefully do a trip to the far north and that spot you featured at houhora heads looks amazing! Keep making the videos! Best NZ fishing channel on u tube! Cheers John.

[@louisnguyen6651]

Can you tell me some lure fishing spots in Auckland?