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After the metal squids have beep poured, they require some finishing. This can be done with a file first, then with steel wool to give the squid a smooth, shiny finish. The next step is to drill a hole at the front of the squid to which the fishing line is attached. This can be done with a hand drill but is easier and faster with a drill press or electric drill. Then you get some brass eyelets or grommets and slip one into the hole. The eyelet can be set in place with a large punch. To complete the job, flatten or curl the protruding edge of the eyelet to keep it in place. The eyelet strengthens the metal squid and prevents the wire leader from cutting through the block tin. Figure 104. Three ways of attaching hooks to a metal squid. To bring out the best action in the water, a metal squid is usually bent in a single or double bend as shown in Fig. 105. The thin narrow metal squids are readily bent by hand but the broader, thicker ones have to be bent against a corner of a table or a vise. Figure 105. Two bends for bringing out action of metal squid.
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