![]() ![]() There are several different materials used for open-pour molds. After a batch of baits has set for several days they can then be injected and/or soaked in your scent of choice or fished as-is. Once removed from the mold, place the baits straight and flat-side-down and trim off any excess or over-pours. My overall experience with the Bait Plastic’s product has been great. I’ve noticed slight characteristic differences between the major brands of Plastisol. Many are available in quart size containers that make a great trial size before settling on a specific brand. Try different Plastisols and use what you are most comfortable with or what produces your desired results. I like a medium plastic because it gives me great action at a reasonable level of durability. The softer the plastic, the more action it will have but the quicker it will tear off the hook. Plastisol is typically available in soft, medium, and hard (also known as saltwater from many brands.) You can also purchase blends such as soft/medium or medium/hard. Since then, I’ve tried several different brands of plastisol with my favorite being Bait Plastic’s #212 Medium. I started off by buying a gallon of MF Plastic’s Regular Plastisol based on what Mark was using. When it comes to choosing a liquid Plastisol, the number of options available is overwhelming. Be careful not to remove it too early or it might break or tear. Once the Plastisol has cooled long enough to set, the bait is removed from the mold. Wear a respirator and safety goggles to keep the fumes produced by the plastic from getting into your eyes, nose, and mouth. If you pour hot plastic into a cold mold it could crack (especially when using plaster.) The simplest way I have found to do this is to store them indoors prior to use. If you are going to pour during the winter, make sure to warm the molds and mixing cups prior to pouring. Always work in a well-ventilated area such as outside or in an open garage. ![]() I’ve only had this happen to me once when I was mixing several different types of recycled plastics together. ![]() In a rare case, it could “burp” in your mixing cup. The stuff sticks like napalm so expect to get burned if it makes contact with any exposed skin. I couldn’t imagine the pain of a direct spill on my skin. I’ve spilled hot Plastisol on myself while wearing a sweatshirt and it still was not fun. Even in the summer I wear a long-sleeve sweater when pouring plastics. It is also important to cover your limbs when pouring. This delay prevents the colors from blending but still allows them to fuse together. Once the first color has cooled for about 30 seconds to a minute the top color is poured over it. You want to make sure you dedicate a microwave to pouring plastics do not use a microwave that is also used to cook food. Outside of Plastisol, pigment, glitter, scent, worm oil and a mold you will need the following equipment: a microwave to heat the liquid Plastisol, a glass-measuring cup to heat the Plastisol (do not use plastic as it will crack), metal mixing spoons (do not use wood, they add moisture and create bubbles), leather gloves, a respirator, safety goggles, and a well ventilated workspace. To get started with pouring your own plastics you’ll need some supplies and safety equipment. Through my quest of pouring my own plastics, I’d like to thank my buddy, Gabe Ravizza of Gravity Tackle (creator of the 13.5-inch GT Eel) for the help he has given me along the way. For me, there is a great sense of pride in catching a big fish on something I’ve made myself. There are plenty of great soft plastics available on the market, but hand-pouring soft plastics allows you to connect with your fishing on a deeper level. It has allowed me to get exactly what I was looking for out of a soft plastic. I began pouring my own soft plastics for use in the surf, kayak and by boat several years ago. The top bait is unrigged, the next two are mounted on JoeBaggs Tackle SPJ’s, the purple and the two-toned purple/gold are made by Gravity Tackle and mounted on an Owner Beast hook and homemade swimbait head, and the bottom one is mounted on a Hogy Swimbait head.įrom crafting molds, to blending unique custom colors, pouring soft plastics is a rewarding way to pass the winter months. ![]()
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