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Let's face it, its fun to get new toys for the workshop! Unfortunately, there's not a whole lot of guidance out there on what to buy if you're interested in making your own fishing tackle. So we figured we'd jump in to offer some advice. We've analyzed hundreds of customer reviews from around the web, poured through message board postings, and hunted down advice from fellow tackle makers to bring you the following list of recommended products. We've also done the legwork on the best places to buy these products too!

 
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Grizzly Hobby Lathe - This is an inexpensive (less than $60 including shipping) "must-have" tool for any lure or rod maker who doesn't already own a wood lathe, but does own a variable speed electric drill. Simply mount your drill to the adjustable clamp at one end, and you have an instant wood lathe for turning wooden lure bodies, shaping cork rod grips, or drying lure paints and finishes. It can turn anything that is less than 6" in diameter and 24" long. Once you get it home, you'll want to mount the aluminum bed to a heavier wood base or shop table to add stability.
Learn more: Read Our Full Product Review & Purchasing Tips
Suggested Vendor : Amazon.com
Link to Exact Product: Grizzly H2669 Hobby Lathe
   
Iwata Revolution HP-CR Airbrush - Ask any lure maker and they'll tell you that having an airbrush is critical to painting fishing lures. Unfortunately, figuring out which airbrush to buy can be a confusing process for anyone who's never used one before. Here's our advice...buy the Iwata Revolution CR, Dual Action Airbrush for around $70.
Learn more: Read Our Full Product Review & Purchasing Tips
Where to Get the Best Prices: Blick Art Materials
Link to Exact Product:Iwata Revolution CR Series Airbrushes
   
Other Buying Guides for Lure & Tackle Making

 Airbrush Buying Guide for Lure Makers
Airbrush product review and recommendation for lure making hobbyists. Iwata Revolution HP-CR Airbrush.

 Inexpensive Wood Lathe for Lure Making
Convert your electric drill into an inexpensive wood lathe for lure making and turning wooden crankbait bodies.

 Instructions & Supplies for Embossing Fishing Lures to Make Eyes
Supplies for embossing fishing lures and rods to make eyes and raised logos.

 
 
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