{"title":"Lure Design Service","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom concept to prototype to production—fast, affordable, and secure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can help with any phase of lure development, whether you have a rough sketch, a 3D model, or just an idea. Using a unique resin-based process I've developed, I can put a working prototype in your hands within days—then quickly move to small production runs of 10–100 blanks or fully finished lures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy work with me:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster and more affordable than overseas mold cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour idea stays secure in my Michigan workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-world testing on Saginaw Bay, Lake Michigan, and in my own pond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on patent strategy and production planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat I offer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcept refinement and 3D design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid prototyping with resin molding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLure pressure and tension testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-batch production (painted and finished)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverseas production consulting (I've done it twice)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy workshop includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D design software, 3D printers, resin processing equipment, vinyl cutters, full painting and clear-coating systems, lure testing rigs, underwater cameras, and video-editing tools. I'm also developing an indoor test tank for controlled winter testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout me:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm a retired mechanical engineer (MTU) with 18 years in automotive manufacturing and 10 years in R\u0026amp;D. I hold more than 10 patents—mostly marine-related—and have designed, tested, and brought to market over 25 unique lures, many available on this site. I grew up trolling Lake Michigan and have been creating better ways to catch fish ever since I was able to pull start the Merc on our 12fter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to bring your lure idea to life?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSend me an email or give me a call—I'd be happy to discuss your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/4204\/6060\/collections\/add-some-engineering-drawings-and-drafting-tools-to-desk-top-2285959.png?v=1772650944","url":"https:\/\/www.fishertacklecompany.com\/collections\/lure-design-service.oembed","provider":"Fisher Tackle Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}