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Fishing lures in general do not require much care when
storing them in a home or shop or a good tackle box. The best way is to put them
into cabinet drawers or individual boxes so that they can be found and stay dry.
In humid climates or near the seashore it is important not to expose the metal
parts to the air, otherwise, hooks will rust and other metals will corrode from
the salt air.
You should keep fishing lures that have feathers or hair they should be
kept in airtight containers so that moths and other insects or small animals
will not get to them. This also applies to new fishing lures that haven't yet
been used. Lures which have been used require proper care if you want to get the
maximum use from them when you go fishing. Freshwater fishing lures will require
less care and repair than saltwater lures.
In general, when examining any fishing lure you have made or bought it's
a wise policy to repair it if you are the least bit doubtful about its condition
for a good presentation to fish. Repairing usually means sandpapering the part
of the lure body that is slightly chipped and touching up with a small brush,
using enamels or lacquers.
You should replace the hooks with new ones if they are badly rusted. When
doing this it is important to use the same size and weight as the old ones so
that the action of the fishing lure is not changed in any way. If the damage is
great and the lure cannot be repaired, throw it away after salvaging any usable
parts.
All fishermen know not to take chances with a fishing lure that is weak in any
way. You may hook a record fish but lose it if the lure weak. Many anglers who
buy their fishing lures in tackle stores often use them until they fall apart,
before buying new ones. But if you make your own fishing lures you can afford to
use only those that are still in good condition.
If you make your own fishing lures and baits this may be easy for the
seasoned bass fishing angler. Remember the maintenance of these lures is just as
important to ensure a lure stays in great shape.
After buying or making the fishing lures there is still the responsibility of
taking care of and repairing them so that they are always in good condition for
fishing. This requires some effort and time but is usually easy for the angler
who makes his own fishing lures.
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