3mm Tungsten Wolfram.

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Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on November 13, 2014 at 3:14pm

Jim Cosgrove, lovely comment.
I've felt much the same since I read "Fishing With A Worm," by Bliss Perry.

You'd go broke trying sell fishing gear to bass fishermen.
They leave the house with more crap than you could stock on your shelves.
But carry cane poles, basic tackle and worms and you'd do all right with the brim-and-catfish crowd.
Add beer and some nice sandwiches and who knows... you may just clean up!

PS I'm told by my Vietnamese friends it's pronounced, "Winn."

Comment by John Sheehan on November 13, 2014 at 3:08pm

Long John Silvers, never ate there ,I fish 12 months of the year and rarely keep fish .When I do I 'm in the mood for a full fledged experience a grocery store and a fast food market can't provide.

Comment by Tony Livingston on November 13, 2014 at 3:02pm

I agree John, Jim raises some valid and thought provoking questions. I believe that everyone derives something from the act of fishing, otherwise they simply wouldn't pursue it. What that something is, probably varies from one angler to the next. If the sole reason for fishing is to catch enough for a meal, then I absolutely agree that spending big $$ on equipment may not be warranted....after all, it's far cheaper to run to the supermarket and purchase fillets, or stop by Long John Silvers and hand em' a few bucks to satisfy your fish cravings, than it will ever be to outfit yourself to be able to catch your own.

But sometimes, the enjoyment comes from the fishing, not so much the catching. BBG member Jason Preslar commented on this in an earlier post, when he described the feelings of satisfaction he gains from catching just a few fish on a day when most anglers are probably sitting by the fire waiting for spring. And I agree with him.

Having the tools, equipment, and know-how to take even those few fish under conditions that are usually difficult, and sometimes downright hostile, brings me satisfaction. And that holds true for soft water also....if it's easy, it's not nearly so rewarding for me. I may have more photos, or a bigger pile of filets when it's easy, but I still feel a greater sense of accomplishment when I'm able to do something that not everyone is able to do.

And yes, I do believe that specialization, whatever it may be, can often cost a great deal more than generalization. But that's what great about fishing...we can go as big, or as small, as we choose. And still catch bluegills along the way.

Comment by Slip Sinker on November 13, 2014 at 2:55pm

Heavy Metal... hmmmm i like the sound of that John.

Comment by John Sheehan on November 13, 2014 at 2:31pm

Jim Cosgrove ,is great on this post ! You all are ,but Jim  for me ,especially .Yes I'm guilty of the trappings and have spent a lot of dough on stuff I don't really need and call it fun ,but more and more a resourceful , repurposing experience that catches fish is what I think is the most fun . Then again my fish aren't great like the ones I see some members posting  and I'm just not as clever at resourcefulness like David Hutton or Leo Nam Nguyen .( HTH does one pronounce that last name anyway?)

Comment by Tony Livingston on November 13, 2014 at 1:43pm

Congrats on the purchase Dick. Looking forward to hearing about your exploits with the heavy metal.

Comment by dick tabbert on November 13, 2014 at 10:48am

OK Tony I did it, I'll be the proud owner of some VMC Tungston Tubby's 1/64oz  I ordered them this morning, now to find time to use them I'm sure with the way things are going we'll have plenty safe ice. .

Comment by jim cosgrove on November 13, 2014 at 9:26am

i agree wholeheartedly tony.i have fished my whole life.my father grew up in chicago's inner city.was probaly the first person in his family to fish or hunt since his grandparents left ireland.he read field and stream etc while in the marine corp during korea.loved to hunt but fishing was a worm and bobber taking a nap under a tree kinda thing.thats how i learned.met a guy in my early 20s who if he chose could of done real well on the bass circuit.he actually guided virgel ward on lake okeechobee .he was down there fishing and ward and roland martin saw him catching bass after bass and they hired him as they were having trouble catching any for the show they were filming.he guide several summers in canada as well.i got to go with to canada and literally had days of 100+ smallmouths ,many pushing 5 lbs .i remember being at bass pro with him looking at new stuff,he said its the same with fishing and golf.he called it the new golf club syndrome.the if i had a better more expensive club i can golf better.i know you work hard for a living tony as do i.anything that actually saves time and labor is a worthwhile investment.i just get sick of the hype.my friends that fish bass tournaments in my book are not only obsessed but borderline insane.25 dollar crankbaits,300 apiece for rods and reels.20 grand for a boat plus the truck to pull it on a working mans pay

Comment by Tony Livingston on November 13, 2014 at 5:10am

I hear you Jim. Fishing, just like any other hobby, can be taken as seriously or as casually as one desires. Is it absolutely necessary to spend big $$$ to catch fish? Of course not, but speaking just for myself, I know for a fact that many of today's modern advancements have helped me to be a better fisherman, be more comfortable when on the water/ice, made my life easier from a physical standpoint, and just plain made the whole thing much more fun.

And that's what it's all about. Or at least it should be.

Comment by jim cosgrove on November 12, 2014 at 9:33pm

the commercially produced jigs are great but at 3-4 dollars a pop is a bit pricey for me  i can afford them or not.ice fishing has gone high tech like most fishing.i just dont feel you should have to spend 100s or more to catch a few fish.vexilars, cameras,600 dollar propane power augers,300 bucks worth of ice armor clothing etc.if you live way north where and this is most of the fishing you do then god bless.i just have had good luck with tung bead flies and like their feel.i would never spend 3 dollars or more on a fly or jig.

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