Hey guys, just wanted to give you all a heads up on a new bait that will be coming out in a few weeks. Nathan and I were emailing back and forth not too long ago and this idea just sort of developed and Nathan went to work! As far as I know this is the only hardbait bluegill to have a BIG single hook on top! Again, its 3" hardbait, 5/0 Mustad hook, the same "realfish" finish, it will sit nose down in the bed, has a REMOVABLE lip for bedfishing but the lip can be added to swim it like his other bluegill!!! Nathan tells me that the bait should be ready for purchase in 3 weeks in time for the spawn and will probably run about $40.
Here is a link to a sneak peak photo of the unpainted bait! http://www.bettencourtbaits.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=122
#1224, "RE: Bettencourt's new bluegill!" In response to Reply # 0
I have a real good feeling about this bait.You'll be able too add a treble too the bottom eye screw if needed,and will have a weed guard on the top hook..Nathan www.Bettencourtbaits.com
#1226, "RE: Bettencourt's new bluegill!" In response to Reply # 2
Hey Urban, The bill slot is cut extremely tight,then on the back of the lip I place a little rubber compound that keeps it from slipping....I'm not saying you couldn't lose a lip,but it wouldn't be easy.If someone prefers a permenant bill,I'll epoxy it in..no big deal How do I get it too sit that way in the water...Head down,tail up..It's magic!!..LOL..It's just how I have it weighted and the materials I use.The current sinking Bluegills I have out set the same way..Nathan www.Bettencourtbaits.com
#1228, "RE: Bettencourt's new bluegill!" In response to Reply # 3
Just drill a small hole through the lip and use a small screw to hold the bill in. You can remove it if you like or place it back in and lock it down with the screw.