DIY Slow jigs
Your average ball sinker that was once deployed as a weight to get your livie down can now be transformed into a snapper catching machine.
A swivel, two crimps, some heavy leader and a solid ring with two small gammy assists hooks, some paint and some eyes and a bit of flasher for looks, and bingo, your very own slow jig. Pictured in 2oz to 8oz models and they work.....
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