Body Balance
Weight, bill angle and profile are matched to the intended depth and retrieve feel.
Handmade lure atelier
Handmade lures, tuned in small batches.
Smoked hard baits finished over feather-inspired patterns, balanced one by one for anglers who care about action, detail and confidence on the water.
- Balance
- Swim feel checked one lure at a time
- Finish
- Layered color under sealed clear coat
- Release
- Small batches, direct workshop contact
Now shipping to selected destinations. EU and Northern Ireland orders remain paused until GPSR, VAT and local safety coverage are ready.
Bench to water
A lure should feel deliberate before it ever touches water.
Tidecraft builds practical hard baits with stable tracking, durable clear coat, clean hook rigging and colorways matched to water clarity, season and target fish.
Layered Finish
Scale flash, contrast backs and sealed coats give each batch a distinct identity.
Final Rigging
Hooks, split rings and protective caps are checked before the order leaves the bench.
Atelier ledger
Built to be inspected up close.
Scale pattern, clear coat, eye alignment and hook hardware are prepared for close inspection.
Each lure is sold with the action in mind: twitch, wake, crank, glide or slow roll.
Length, weight, running depth and target fish are kept clear for quick buying decisions.
Limited drops stay focused, with each finish tied to a clear water condition or target species.
Current batch
Available handmade lures
Choose from the current batch, add pieces to your request list, and send an order email for availability confirmation and invoice. Sharp hooks are for adult fishing use only.
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Sharp-hook warnings, batch notes and material records are kept with each release.
Orders are reviewed by destination before invoice; EU/NI orders remain paused until compliance coverage is ready.
Import duties, VAT, tax and brokerage fees are never described as automatically free.
Swim test video
Watch the lure move before you order.
Add a swim clip in the admin panel and this section will feature it automatically for buyers.
Workshop process
Small details decide whether a lure earns a place in the box.
The shop is organized around controlled batches instead of endless listings, so each product can stay specific about body size, depth, action, color and target fish.
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Shape
Choose body style and balance for the water column the lure needs to cover.
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Paint
Build the pattern in layers, then seal the finish for repeated casts.
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03
Rig
Fit hooks and split rings with the right strength for the intended target fish.
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Check
Review action, finish and packaging before the lure is released for sale.
Built for confident buying
Clear specs before a lure reaches the cart.
Target fish
Products can be grouped by bass, pike, trout, inshore use or seasonal bundles.
Depth and action
Length, weight, running depth and retrieve style make each listing easier to trust.
Direct maker contact
Custom paint requests go directly to the workshop email for practical, direct service.
Custom paint
Limited finishes for local water, season and target species.
Request a short run for clubs, guides or repeat buyers. Share the lure model, target fish, water clarity, color direction and shipping country.
Shipping to selected destinations
Orders are reviewed by destination before invoice. Current practical destinations include the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
- EU and Northern Ireland orders are paused until compliance coverage is ready
- Tracking number sent after dispatch
- Hook caps used where practical for hard baits
Duties and taxes
Unless an invoice clearly says prepaid, import duties, VAT, tax and brokerage fees are the buyer's responsibility. The store does not promise duty-free delivery.
- No blanket "tax free" or "duty free" claims
- Shipping country required before invoice
- Commercial invoice details must match the order
Product safety
Fishing lures contain sharp hooks and small parts. They are not toys and should be kept away from children and pets.
- Adult fishing use only
- Inspect hooks and split rings before use
- Store lures in a closed tackle box
Buyer questions
FAQ
How are orders confirmed?
Send a request list first. Availability, destination and invoice details are confirmed by email before payment.
Can I request a custom color?
Yes. Send the lure model, target fish, water clarity, preferred colors, quantity and deadline.
Where can orders ship now?
The first practical destinations are the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Other destinations may be reviewed before invoice.
What product media helps most?
Close-up photos, short swim clips and buyer catch photos make each handmade lure easier to trust.