"The bass are just itchin to get at 'um!"

   Made To Order Lures

25 years!

WOW!  Twenty-five years of jig making!  One of the things I've learned in that time is that both largemouth and smallmouth bass like them and there are more than one style that works. 

I tie my jigs on a number of different heads and hook styles.  Hopefully, one that suits your needs. I've included a technique and my reasoning for most applications.  If you have any questions that I haven't addressed, please call me.  During the winter season, I have time to handle any special requests you may have.  I pour, paint, tie and ship all of the jigs you see on my website!  There is no middleman, so this keeps my prices reasonable.  On some of the hair colors, you might notice a slight difference in shade or hue from time to time.  This is because I dye over the natural brown deer hair and the variance, if any, might develop from one deer to another.  Colors such as green pumpkin, and brown pumpkin come to mind.  My Hair Jigs are basically more of a brownish green while the hair used for the Hair/Rubber combos are closer to the green side, so that they're a closer match to the rubber skirting.  My suggestion is to try a few, compare the action, quality and price and go from there.

So, welcome to MTO Lures!  Founder, Bill Alexander has been fishing competitively since 1981, but started fishing with his father as soon as he could hold a rod.  In 1994, Bill took 1st place in the amateur division of the Connecticut River Bassmasters sharing the stage with the winner of the pro division, legendary Roland Martin.  Bill also finished 3rd as an amateur in the 1997 Vermont Top 100 and 2nd in the 2004 New York CITGO Bassmaster.  Bill has proudly represented New York State by qualifying as a team member of the New York BASS Chapter Federation's Divisional Team on fourteen different occasions, and as the top angler in the Eastern Divisional, Bill traveled to Tuscaloosa, Alabama in May of 2003 in search of a Classic berth for our New York Federation.  In 2003, Bill was recognized for his accomplishments and contributions to outdoor sports and inducted to the New York State Outdoorsman Hall of Fame.

This website is dedicated to sharing the knowledge, the presentation as well as the opportunity to own the jigs that Bill has used and "tuned" over the years in competition.  Many of these lures helped him reach his professional achievements, as well as the pleasurable catches Bill has experienced on the water while relaxing with his family and friends.

All MTO Lures are custom-crafted and Made-To-Order, beginning with the jig heads which are poured, painted and tied by me.  There are no middlemen or fancy packaging involved which allows me to maintain reasonable pricing.  I only use Mustad Black-nickel Ultra-Point hooks. Their points hold up real well and they retain their sharpness longer than others.  Each jig gets two coats of epoxy paint, the weed-guards are pre-trimmed and are matched specifically to each jig head size and weight, from 45 to 15 strands.  Each body is hand-tied for durability and the shirts do not slide up or off especially when you try "skipping" your lure under docks.  Rattle straps are attached to each Mutant Flea and Mutant Flea Jr., so that you can attach or remove your rattle whenever you elect to do so.  In closing, I have poured over 25 years of knowledge and experience into pleasing my best customer ... me!  

If your passion is "jig fishing", I think you will enjoy what I have to offer.  Attached are my jigs, and a few tips that I've picked up over the past 25 years of angling.  First of all, many people ask me "why the funny names?"  Well, the best answer I have is, that its "FUN".  The other reason is that I've spent way too much time in the sun!

NEW FOR "WALLEYE" ANGLERS!

Check below for the 4 newest jig heads I designed specifically for all you walleye anglers. 

The first one's a flat head design with double painted eyes, a MUSTAD Ultra Point hook, a 90 degree angle, Aberdeen style and it comes in 1/4oz., 3/8oz., 1/2oz., 5/8oz., and 3/4oz.  You can select the jig head with a Bronze or Red hook and are yours for only $1.20 each!                        Call me direct for the color selection, as there are too many colors to list.

Then check out the 1oz. Round, the 1oz. ERIE Stand-up and the 1oz. and 1-1/2oz. Fish Head for Lake Trout.  These lures are only $1.00 each.

PS:  If you are new to jig fishing or even if after you've reviewed my assortment and are still somewhat confused over which jigs to purchase, you may want to try my "Starter Packs". 

If you're anything like me, you may want to get your hands on a few jigs before you commit to larger volumes.  You can purchase a (6) piece Starter Pack or a (12) piece Starter Pack of my best selling combinations as your entry into jig fishing. 

The (6) piece starter pack is $10.00, plus $4.00 for postage and handling and the (12) piece starter pack is $20.00, plus $5.00 for postage and handling. 

Please print out a copy of the Mail Order Form, then fill it out completely with your request/s and mail it to me for processing.