How Do You Make An Ice Fishing Spear?
Using a multi-pronged head with pointed barbs, ice fishing spears are used for to puncture and retrieve fish swimming beneath an ice surface. Although most professional ice spears are fashioned of steel and constructed in one single unit, self-made ice spears have become considerably more common in recent years. With a minimum of tools and materials, and a sharp eye for detail, practically anyone can create their own ice fishing spear. Decide on a working surface with ample lighting for the construction of your ice spear. Clean the area of any dirt, debris or dust. Test your wooden shaft by lifting it and maneuvering it within your hands. Decide on the proper length for your spear (traditional ice fishing spears can be found from 5 1/2 feet to 7 feet long). Practice transferring the weapon between your hands while attempting downward thrusting motions to determine a comfortable length. Measure and mark this length with a Sharpie pen. Put on your safety gear. Cut the wooden shaft using
