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Iridescent effect on lures

#1 Post by Buddner »

Gents, I'm looking to make some lures for bass fishing. What I need to know is how to get the iridescent effect on the lure surface. Is it a clear lacquer with glitter or is there more to it. :?:
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Re: Iridescent effect on lures

#2 Post by Deise boy »

I made a fee using holographic tape then dipped in clear varnish twice ( dry after each dip )
Try some strips of different colour tape also
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I just googled ' holographic tape' and it seems to be the way to go alright. I was looking for iridescent paint but the tape and a few cotes of lacquer looks good , thanks for the tip :D have you a link to where I can buy it?
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What, where did I see something about using a knurling tool to help with this very thing........?
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Tanglerat wrote:What, where did I see something about using a knurling tool to help with this very thing........?
This was it, improvised knurler at about 11 - 15 mins: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeDDCk6zZYw
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Buddner wrote:I just googled ' holographic tape' and it seems to be the way to go alright. I was looking for iridescent paint but the tape and a few cotes of lacquer looks good , thanks for the tip :D have you a link to where I can buy it?
eBay pal or any hobby shop or even a DIY store
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Re: Iridescent effect on lures

#7 Post by Buddner »

Got some , ..................not as easy as it looks so I'm still experimenting, I might have to invest in an air brush and compressor.
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Re: Iridescent effect on lures

#8 Post by Deise boy »

Don't go crazy with tape or colours.

Match stick thin strips etc.
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