Author Topic: Unpainted metal spoons - why are we using them? (Read 16445 times)

PH · « **on:** January 26, 2011, 03:21:35 PM »

During a discussion with the owner of a major tackle shop in Dbn this morning, got the impression
that
anglers are buying painted metal spoons, bullet spoons, spoons with holograpgics stuck on etc.
more and more.
Do the fish really prefer these painted spoons or is it a question of catching the angler? I may be
wrong
but I don't think a shad or Natal Snoek does not give a damn about holographics when charing in for
potential meal.(?)

Also, with the Snoek running wild on the East coast presently, why are some guys using solid
metal spoons (which sinks deep) when the fish are within a meter of the surface chasing sprat?
Would'nt a shallow diving lure or a light-weight metal spoon result in more strikes?
(Sorry for all the questions)

REEFMAN · « **Reply #1 on:** January 26, 2011, 05:58:55 PM »

Reckon most fancy lures catch the angler rather than the fish!!

My opinion is that flash or shininess definitely plays a part... use a dull spoon and it will catch squat, but shine it up and the Shad will go mal for it. So I'm all for flash/shine/glint/glitter, so a hologram will work to catch the available light and provide a flash. Eg: Aubrey da Gama lures have had the holographic flash on them for years, and they work superbly.
As far as colours go - I believe it's all to do with Contrast, rather than the colour itself. The contrast of distinct colours or a pattern against a background is worth more than anything else IMO...

my 2c.

PH · « **Reply #2 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:08:26 PM »

It makes sense, thanks, REEFMAN

SAfish · « **Reply #3 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:18:23 PM »

I have used the Aubrey da Gama lures extensively for Leervis/Garrick and I always add some extra bling to it. I play around with different colored holographic tape and my catch rate definitely increased. With regards to spoons I think the more shine the better the results. I bought the tape from the "Crazy Store" here in town and it had cost about R30-40.

SAfish · « **Reply #4 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:22:28 PM »

Sorry, I forgot to mention that sometimes I would stick some of the gold tape to one side of a silver spoon to give it the "Sheppie Bomber" effect. The only down side is that it does not last too long if the fish have sharp teeth.

PH · « **Reply #5 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:26:11 PM »

Thanks for the info, SAfish. I am going to look out for that tape (maybe at Walton's)
Pity, I was at Knysna in December. (Well, mostly Plett).

I don't mind replacing tape damaged a a catch!!

SAfish · « **Reply #6 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:33:22 PM »

Another thing to help it stick better is to give it a good coat of clear nail polish. I can go and have a look to see if they have in stock and maybe send it to you?

PH · « **Reply #7 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:40:09 PM »

The kind offer is appreciated, but let me try and find it first in Dbn.
I'm sure it will be available somewhere.
Thanks, again. If I don't find it I will contact you.

SAfish · « **Reply #8 on:** January 26, 2011, 06:42:00 PM »

OK, no problem.

benniejordaan · « **Reply #9 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:15:14 PM »

Quote from: PH on January 26, 2011, 06:26:11 PM

Thanks for the info, SAfish. I am going to look out for that tape (maybe at Walton's)
Pity, I was at Knysna in December. (Well, mostly Plett).

I don't mind replacing tape damaged a a catch!!

I got some at the crazy store here on the Bluff.

I have some if you want?? I never use it since getting the vinyl cutter.

LUPO · « **Reply #10 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:19:54 PM »

This is invaluable info guys!

I have never used a spoon before,unless it was to eat soup. No, i never use a spoon and fork to roll my spagetti! Never!

LUPO · « **Reply #11 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:21:57 PM »

I think I wll have to give it a try.

PH · « **Reply #12 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:37:45 PM »

Quote from: benniejordaan on January 26, 2011, 07:15:14 PM

I got some at the crazy store here on the Bluff.

I have some if you want?? I never use it since getting the vinyl cutter.

Thanks bud, I also want to talk to you about treble hooks. Hell, I wish there were 25 hrs in a day LOL

nico · « **Reply #13 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:40:42 PM »

Quote from: PH on January 26, 2011, 03:21:35 PM

Also, with the Snoek running wild on the East coast presently, why are some guys using solid
metal spoons (which sinks deep) when the fish are within a meter of the surface chasing sprat?
Would'nt a shallow diving lure or a light-weight metal spoon result in more strikes?
(Sorry for all the questions)

As for the heavy spoon, the reason is that you can retrieve them really fast without them jumping out the water. You still need to keep your rod tip down. The idea is for them to run in the top 50cm, and at speed! Excites the fish, and doesn't give them a chance to inspect what they are hunting.

PH · « **Reply #14 on:** January 26, 2011, 07:51:41 PM »

Thanks Nico!! The guys I saw were holding their rods highly elevated. What you say makes perfect
sense

Richardoh · « **Reply #15 on:** January 30, 2011, 05:54:52 PM »

Hi PH, there is a Crazy store in Pine Crest, The old Sanlam centre in Pinetown, Have never been in there so dont know if they stock the tape or not, but if one has it they all must have it.

PH · « **Reply #16 on:** January 31, 2011, 06:30:12 AM »

Thanks, John.
I will pop in there when we go to Inanda Dam again but in the mean time I'll take up
Bennie's offer

Swagman · « **Reply #17 on:** February 24, 2011, 11:19:05 AM »

Quote from: PH on January 26, 2011, 06:40:09 PM

The kind offer is appreciated, but let me try and find it first in Dbn.
I'm sure it will be available somewhere.
Thanks, again. If I don't find it I will contact you.

You can get from Holomatrix in Durban. Else PM me I have a strip or two of hologram scales spare.

PH · « **Reply #18 on:** February 24, 2011, 12:44:00 PM »

Enjoy your stay!!! Looking forward to getting to know you.

And thanks, I will check the supplier you mentioned. Just have'nt had time to pursue all the
kind offers.

benniejordaan · « **Reply #19 on:** February 24, 2011, 01:18:44 PM »

Quote from: Swagman on February 24, 2011, 11:19:05 AM

You can get from Holomatrix in Durban. Else PM me I have a strip or two of hologram scales spare.

Author Topic: Unpainted metal spoons - why are we using them? (Read 16445 times)

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