Jigs are made using a mold, which shapes metal to form the jigs head and collar. Most jig heads are made from lead, which gives the lure its weight. The metal then solidifies to create a weighted hook, or jig head.

What is a jig head rig?

Jig Heads. Jig Heads are essentially a weighted hook developed to give casting weight and extra action to soft plastic lures. The symmetrical head and 90 degree eye allows it to cut through the water quickly, sinking fast with minimal action on the fall.

How do you fish with a jig hook?

0:111:00Fishing 101 - When to Use a Jig Head - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe jig. Head. Just like that and the hook will be exposed itll stick out just like that you canMoreThe jig. Head. Just like that and the hook will be exposed itll stick out just like that you can cast it let it the weight will carry to the bottom you can swim it on the bottom.

How do you size a jig head?

The table below, is a rough average of the jig hook sizes required for lure sizes .Jig hook sizes.Jig Hook SizeLure Size (inches)Size 81 – 1.5Size 61.5 – 2Size 41.75 – 2Size 22 – 2.54 more rows•Sep 18, 2018