While I was taking the pics the other day of the Erie Jigs, a thought came to me. Ok, first off for all the folks who know me, no comments from the peanut gallery. The thought was to talk about the eyes on the jigs themselves, so for all who are reading today, sorry its not about the fish entirely today.
Going from left to right.
The redhead jig I painted up, also has painted eyes. Its a good, simple to do choice that anyone can do. Unless hyped up on pop that is, or coffee for that matter, a steady hand is pretty much required. Simply dip a paint brush with a flat head into some black paint and dab each side.
The next jig is touched up from my favorite company who produces tape for anglers. This is an example of WTP’s flat eye decals. Lots of colors available, but I chose silver for the green jig. These are available to purchase on the company’s website and most outdoor/angler shops like Frank’s Great Outdoors.
Over to the far right is my favorite type of eye, the 3-D molded eye. Again these are available in different colors, the website and fishing stores like Gander Mountain and Bass Pro Shops. The molded eye gives you a greater profile on your jig, more of a lifelike appearance. I also know several pro’s who will add these eyes to their crankbaits like Rapala, Storm and Reef Runner, again to give them a more realistic look. Any advantage helps.
You can also use the adhesive eyes to touch up jigs you buy in the store. The molded version will give a jig more of a bug-eyed look, adding the jigs profile.
as for the rest, the gone fishing sign is up and am out the door.