Making a Jumbo Wooden Crankbait

I have been wanting to make a jumbo wooden crankbait for largemouth bass fishing and am happy to say that the day has finally come! Follow along as I make this goldfish lure from start to finish from carving to foiling to painting. Carving handmade wooden fishing lures is my passion, and I am glad to have you join me. Thank you all so much for your support!
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[@waybandy8211]

These videos are so good to watch. I sit in the shed and work on lures and just this channel roll. Love it!

[@zimmtex]

Great to hear, I really appreciate it!

[@billyallmon5039]

Jan's netcraft makes the belly weights with the. Hook hanger built in

[@zimmtex]

Cool, I haven't used those before but they sound pretty handy!

[@kevenbeene4585]

i make my own belly wieghts for my pencil poppers , i use a stainless steel ball bearing swivel

[@65FullMoon83]

Excellent! 😊👍

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@tomc.outdoors993]

The video was great and very good editing. I know this took along time to do, we appreciate your hard work!

[@zimmtex]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AAE-cg1il]

Great build.......your videos are the best lure makers videos on the tube. Period.

[@zimmtex]

Wow, thanks!

[@dpiper2743]

Awesome. I really enjoy these videos. Great work👌👌👌👌

[@zimmtex]

Glad you like them!

[@Tide12NC]

Like the action 💯

[@zimmtex]

Thank you very much!

[@PENFOLD1962]

WOOOOOAH... I loved your smaller version of the GOLDFISH, his Father look's even better. Another great video I've enjoyed watching every second of it, it's now in my favourite list along with his Son. Thanks once again for taking the time and expense to make this video I'll definitely share it and return to watch it again just like his Son's video. Take care my friend 👍😷👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@zimmtex]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support. It means a lot to me to have engaged viewers like you!

[@billyallmon5039]

When a bait is wiggling like a bat out of hell,the bass can't see the gills,shape is most important

[@user-of7wz2vv6d]

Super!

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@WorldsWorstFishing]

Incredible work sir

[@zimmtex]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate it!

[@philbrownred6500]

Just found your channel. Not only is it interesting to watch it's relaxing and it's something I want to try.

[@zimmtex]

Thank you, I'm glad you find it interesting!

[@jasoncourtney91]

I love this bait. You don't see many goldfish style lures.

[@zimmtex]

It's a chunk! I love the goldfish pattern. Thanks for watching!

[@triplepinefarms0422]

Your gill carvings are always amazing!!!

[@zimmtex]

Thank you so much!

[@zonkerrabi]

Beautiful job. that you use to put your logo. Thank you

[@zimmtex]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@garylawlor2288]

I have a tip for you regarding the hot melt glue. In my work I inspect machined parts to a 3d model using a CMM, to speed things up rather than clamping parts to the inspection table we use hot melt glue, if the shape allows. Now here is the tip, put the thinnest amount of IPA on the glue and capillary action draws it between the glue and object releasing the adhesive instantly. Would work a dream for you rather than the microwave plus the glue comes away in a big solid lump so is not messy at all.

[@zimmtex]

Thanks for the tip, I will have to give that a try!

[@KyleDavidson81]

You can flame polish the lexan edges also and make the look great. Just takes a butane torch

[@zimmtex]

I haven't quite mastered that technique; I keep overdoing it and melting the lexan. Maybe my torch is too hot or too close or something.

[@KyleDavidson81]

@@zimmtex distance and quick passes. Something to practice. I’m loving your vids. I turn and do scroll saw work. Seen this and had never thought about making my own lures. I love fishing and woodwork. So much inspiration can be found here. Your also very good and describing the what and why of what your doing along with seeing the evolution of your product. Thanks for the inspiration

[@zimmtex]

@@KyleDavidson81 I'm glad you find it interesting, thanks for watching!

[@aclures101.]

Good work body appreciate a lot.

[@zimmtex]

Thank you for watching!

[@kolbiebordelon3888]

Very helpful, thanks for showing how to make this lure I have been trying to find a video but there was none till now.

[@zimmtex]

I'm glad you found it interesting, thanks for watching!

[@Matthew-ec4tc]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I'm just getting into making lures and I love the details on how and why you do things.

[@zimmtex]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@hankvana2149]

Very nice! Thanks for going into more details about the design of the lure. Enjoyed the video!

[@zimmtex]

I hope you found it useful. Thanks for watching!

[@MarcosMVlures]

Wow, what a wide action!

[@zimmtex]

Thanjs for watching!

[@kbye5323]

Great video and bait. You explain things really well, thank you for that!

[@zimmtex]

I really appreciate your kind words!

[@luinmaglaya8654]

You are a very talented, good, hardworking man. I wish i can like this video hundreds of times, or more!

[@zimmtex]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate your support!

[@ghalihitmi]

Just brilliant mate😍💪🐟

[@zimmtex]

Many thanks!

[@tomc.outdoors993]

Beeen waiting for this one! Thanks man!👍🏻

[@zimmtex]

You bet! Thank you for watching!

[@wittyfpv]

found ur videos yesterday so glad i did. Awesome well put together videos and ur finish work is up there 2nd to none! definitely going to be following ur methods to try and make something half as good. keep up the great work

[@zimmtex]

Thank you for your kind words and good luck on your build!

[@kagenkrewellc23]

Killer job ... full of useful content.

[@zimmtex]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@TrevorF03]

Excellent work as usual!

[@zimmtex]

Thanks, I appreciate that!

[@tomarrowscatch8368]

Killer man, you did such a good job and the action on this lure is insane.

[@zimmtex]

Many thanks!

[@ritaejohn]

I have found that using a dremel with the drum sander woks better than carving and saves time.

[@zimmtex]

I like to use both; if I need a really sharp detail like gills, I start with a knife and fine tune with the rotary tool. On large areas a dremel and aggressive bits work great. Thanks for your input and for watching!

[@stripermanly]

Think this is a great video fully explaining every detail in how you did this. Bait came out awesome in my opinion. As someone about to take the next step into the lure creating realm, I try to take out the best of what I feel all the folks on KZbin post. Always try to learn and possibly add my own touch and tweaks to them.

[@zimmtex]

I'm glad you found it interesting and I thank you for watching!

[@grin_works]

good work!!

[@zimmtex]

Thanks for the visit, I appreciate it!

[@OldCowboySongs525]

My personal choice is the minwax poly- Im not a big fan of sealing with the superglue. I havent tried making too many lures with the tape, I prefer to mix some glitter in my Poly- but I do have to say the tape gives a nice look.

[@zimmtex]

I don't believe I have used any glitter in a video, but it does give lures a cool effect; might need to do that sometime. Thanks for watching!

[@terrywade7346]

Wow

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@billyallmon5039]

Try the foil from the lateral line over the back to the other lateral line

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@DOSPECESoficial]

Exelente mi amigo!!👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@zimmtex]

Thank you!

[@haleyanderson1447]

Can you do a shop tour? I would like to build something in mine and don’t know best place for shop set up

[@zimmtex]

I've been thinking about doing that; its always such a mess that I haven't gotten around to it.

[@billyallmon5039]

Use clear packing tape to hold blocks together ,the tape will,also lube the blade

[@zimmtex]

Thanks, I appreciate your expertise!

[@GHuber-xh5vv]

What a big snack.

[@zimmtex]

It is not a subtle bait for sure! Thanks!

[@kevenbeene4585]

Great video , lots of great steps id never thought about on the hot gluing the left over pieces, try Varthane wood hardener , i like it a LOT better than super glue , try it then do a video. I dont do videos , to much inappropriate launguage while working lol

[@zimmtex]

Thanks, I will give it a look. It's great that we live in a time when there are so nany great products out there. I appreciate the tip and thank you for watching.

[@kevenbeene4585]

@@zimmtex Tamco made this so much easier , plus its uv resistant, its a show quality clear coat for cars , love youre videos

[@zimmtex]

@@kevenbeene4585 Thanks!

[@MOHillbilly513]

Another great video. So glad that you mentioned hook size I always wonder what size hook you are using.

[@zimmtex]

Thanks for watching! I try to be thorough, but sometimes forget.

[@toph2o676]

Nice work ... I would like to see that one as a wake bait...with 1/2" steel ball bearing in it making it a one knocker. seems that would get them saltwater or freshwater.

[@zimmtex]

You bet! I appreciate your interest!

[@joshjohnson3005]

You can get a UV blocking epoxy coat to protect the ink. Most of the epoxies are uv resistant anyhow.

[@zimmtex]

That would certainly work, thanks!

[@goovaerg]

Just started using True Coat epoxy too. What a great product. Where did you get that resin mixer. Works great. No bubbles it seems

[@zimmtex]

I've got the mixer linked in the description; its made by Pacific Bay for rod builders. Thanks for watching!

[@capistranogardener6100]

Curious if you have ever tried a flame-polish technique for the plastic lips? Saves a ton of time...Keep up the great work...love the videos and craftsmanship

[@zimmtex]

I haven't tried flame polishing yet, but I have a project coming up that would be perfect for that. Thanks!

[@magcolor]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@Dmitry_68region]

Good afternoon. I really liked this crank. Is it possible to buy something similar from your work?

[@zimmtex]

Thank you for your interest! I do not currently sell lures, but I will definately let you know if that changes.

[@predragmanojlovic409]

Beautiful, but the vibration is bad. It throws the back too much.

[@zimmtex]

So, while I'm not unhappy with it, one thing I would like to do is make a flat sided version to compare it to. I'm thinking a flat sided one might swim a little better. I appreciate you watching!

[@gutpile67rc]

Very nice work do you ever sell any of the lures you make and what would you make off this one

[@zimmtex]

Sorry, I don't currently sell lures but I will let you know if that changes. Thanks for your support!

[@randymcgee9176]

I can’t find true coat epoxy on Amazon can you let me know where you get it thanks.I love your videos I get lots of ideas for it Thanks

[@zimmtex]

Sorry for the slow reply. The only way I know to order it is directly from the company. Thanks for watching!

[@labtrainer09]

Would you be willing to share a link to the particular rotisserie kit you bought as the basis for your drying wheel? I don't see it on your otherwise comprehensive "equipment" list.

[@zimmtex]

I can't find the exact model, but on Amazon there is a Char-Broil Universal and a Dyna-Glo Universal rotisserie kit that look just like the one I used. Thanks for watching!

[@labtrainer09]

@@zimmtex Yup, I saw those. I just didn't know if yours was similar. Thanks!

[@lurefishing16]

great job, on the other hand do you have a paper reference for the inscription of the logo you put at the end. thank you

[@zimmtex]

It's Testors water slide decal paper that you can print on. You'll also need their decal set spray to seal the ink after you print. Thanks for watching!

[@sartajmanzoor8822]

I though if you bend a lip tie little bit down the movement wiil be accurate..

[@zimmtex]

You may be right; there are a lot of things that can change the swim of a lure. Thanks for watching!

[@john20pb]

Have you considered posting cut out templates of the lures you make? Or even selling the templates? I'd be willing to pay a few bucks for a template of several of the lures you've made and I'm sure I'm not alone there.

[@zimmtex]

Yes sir, I have had several requests for templates. I'm not opposed to it, I just haven't had the time lately. I appreciate your interest and will let you know if I make any progress towards that.

[@andyprest]

Nice lure buddy turned out well 👍 after fishing it would you have changed anything?

[@zimmtex]

I can't say that I would change anything, but I was thinking that I would like to make a flat sided crankbait to compare it with. Thanks for your support!

[@andyprest]

@@zimmtex sounds good will look forward to seeing it 👍

[@MAGNUSDRONES]

Love your videos and how amazing the lures turn out. I’ve seen you use what looks like a dremel but is slimmer. Can you share the brand and where you bought that?

[@zimmtex]

That is a Thumb Portable Micro Motor I bought from TreelineUSA.

[@MAGNUSDRONES]

@@zimmtex Thanks so much. I’ve seen you using that several times now and I see one in my toolbox soon.👍👍

[@Random_Witness]

Very good! 🇷🇺

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!

[@PENFOLD1962]

I know I know... It's me again 🙄 Do you have 100% confidence with laminated wood lures or would you prefer a one piece?

[@zimmtex]

You know, I don't believe I've ever made a laminated wood lure. Really it comes down to having a good seal on the wood. Even a one piece will have problems if water gets into it. Trying things is how discoveries are made, so go for it!

[@shpatoots]

Great work. Love your videos! Couple of questions regarding paint. I notice when using Createx (not ink) you put it directly from the bottle. Do you thin it? And what pressure do you spray at? Once again excellent.

[@zimmtex]

I usually add a little thinner to the whole bottle if needed so that it is ready to spray. I have a regulator on my setup so that I can control it better. Depending on what I'm spraying I usually regulate between 20 & 40 psi. Thanks for watching!

[@mirsadmemic5863]

How do you know that lips is in center ?

[@zimmtex]

I eyeball it as best I can.

[@rezanorikia837]

Big like👍👍👍

[@zimmtex]

Thank you so much!

[@michaelmannucci8585]

What needle/nozzle do you use for your airbrushing? I ordered a set, and it works well, but the spray is so wide and broad that I have a lot of spillover and it ruins the lure.

[@zimmtex]

I am no airbrush expert but 90% of the time I use the .3mm. I will go smaller for detail work if I need to.

[@marioamor5982]

Whats its the steel ?

[@zimmtex]

It is stainless steel lock wire. You can find a list of most of the products I use on my website: www.ZimmtexLures.com

[@JoseHernandez-km1uc]

Great work! Where can I get the wire bending jig you have? Or something similar? Thanks I’m advance.

[@zimmtex]

I have been looking for this tool, but it looks like they don't make it anymore. However, I will keep looking and if I find it I will link it in the description of my videos. Thanks for watching!

[@FREEMAYKELOSORBO]

Do you sell your lures ?

[@zimmtex]

Not at this time, but I will definately let you know if that changes. Thanks for watching!

[@TorsSongs]

So I have watched about 2 dozen of your videos now, and in every one of them, when you put the baking soda in, and then the drop of super glue, the super glue dissipates throughout the baking soda in about half a second. Whenever I do it- the superglue balls up on top of the baking soda and just sits there and dries up, its frustrating as hell. Is there something else you are doing with the baking soda that makes it suck up the super glue so fast, or is it a special brand of super glue? I started using epoxy instead, and then sanding it off afterwards because i get tired of the superglue making a mess of my lures.

[@zimmtex]

First off, thanks for watching my videos! I'm sorry to hear that you are having trouble with superglue and baking soda. I don't think I'm doing anything special; the brands I'm using are Arm & Hammer baking soda with Insta-cure glue (the thin version). The only thing I can think of is that your glue might be too thick. What brand of glue are you using?

[@frogtv3594]

I love how you do your lips. Dope bait

[@zimmtex]

Thanks Frog! You know, I haven't made a frog yet...

[@frogtv3594]

@@zimmtex yes!!

[@lucasisawesome37]

🤠🤙

[@danicohen1176]

👏👏🙏🤲🥰🇮🇱

[@zimmtex]

Thanks!