Some new equipment allows me to apply holographic patterns to the lures as an alternate to the vinyl stickers.  This provides a much cleaner look and finish to the lures.

Started making some larger vertical jigs for offshore fishing.  Making these has become my obsession as I have a larger canvas to work on.  Check out my instagram page @ncsinkers for the latest updates, deigns, and effects.  I post there the most.

With all the mass produced jigs out there, personalized lures are something unique and something I enjoy working on the most.

In order to do something a little different, I started making my own molds and lure designs.  Getting away from commercial molds opens up another world, but also requires a lot more work.  

Diamond jigs can be used to catch a wide variety of species and are very versatile.  They cast a mile in the surf, can be trolled, jigged vertically, etc.  A simple design that has proven itself over time.

Fly tying bucktails can be relaxing and I still have a bit to learn.  I wish I could absorb some of my Uncle's fly tying talent. 

These are made with real deer tail hair.  I never made the connection between deer tail hair and "bucktails" before tying.  Sometimes it just has to hit you in the face.

Juke Jigs.  These jigs are very similar to the classic Got-cha plugs that have been widely used for many years.  Although the white body with orange or chartreuse head is very popular in NC, an unlimited number of body and head colors can easily be made.

Right now I am trying them out and having others give feedback on colors and how to improve the design.  So far I am very happy with how they turned out and I hoping to pick the brains of the old timers for the right design/color combination.

I also wanted to thank Tim C. for inspiring me to build my own lures with his How to Rebuild a Got-cha youtube video.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Arn97ZkP_Tg

He also has a lot of videos of Seaview Fishing Pier in North Topsail Beach which is one of my favorite places to fish.  I just wish I could get out there more often!

Sptunik breakaway sinkers are a great way to stick with lighter tackle while having the hold needed for rough surf conditions.  The 4oz sputnik uses grip wires to dig in and hold much stronger than your standard 4oz sinker.  When it is time to reel in or after a strong strike, the grip wires break away to allow the sinker to easily be reeled like an egg sinker.  There is no heavy drag like that created by an 8oz pyramid.

The difference between the store bought and the ones I make is that I include tube keepers that prevent the roll tubes from coming off.   I also round the tips of grip wires to help prevent injury in the event one ends up in the surf.  The Hurricane sputniks you find in the store are of extremely poor quality which is obvious just by looking at them.  There are some better quality ones out there (ebay etc.) so don't let your Hurricane brand experience persuade your view of sputniks.

I have acquired and made a few molds that allow me to produce a variety of weights, jigs, and custom lures.  As time goes on I hope to keep adding to the collection.