Unique Tennessee USA Lures

by Verlon Caudill

Just a sample..many more below

My good friendship with Verlon came about through an Aussie Lure Forum www.lurelovers.com

Ove the last 6 months I have learn a lot about Verlon the man, the fisherman, the grandparent, the friend and the lure crafter.

He excels in all capacities. I hope to share a little here and allow you too to enjoy his lures made in very limited quantities, should you wish!

Each of Verlon Caudill's many handmade baits would look good on display, but Caudill would much rather take them to the lake.

Be they Shads , Topwater, nudies, froggies or rattlesnake skin lures, one will not be disappointed.

Caudill, 71, makes fishing lures that simulate shad, crawfish and frogs. Each one is carved and painted by hand, then field-tested in nearby Cove Lake State Park to assure its action is straight and true.

The only bait Caudill has never caught fish on is the one patterned after Dolly Parton, which he has named "The Dolly." Like its namesake, the wooden plug is well-endowed. The anatomical accuracy extends to the full lips and blond hair, and as an extra bonus, The Dolly wears a polka-dot bikini.

Caudill's customers love it, but the bass aren't as impressed.

"Most people who get it never fish with it," he said. "It's more of a conversation piece."

Verlon shares most his small production with fans worldwide for the tiny sum of $10 or $15 , Rattlers are $30, plus postage (free if $50 worth is ordered)

These are truly unique and the likes of which are just not available for this price anywhere.

I consider my self very fortunate, to have some of his lures and more in time to complete a nice rounded up selection of his skilful work!

They are very definitely lures to climb/swim for if they become hung up in timber above or below water.

Verlon can be contacted here Verlon Caudill [circlevbaits@att.net]

Now to the captivating pictures!

Verlon is a family man and friend to many. His fishing is important to him and , enjoys getting out with his grandchildren and mates, sharing the simple pleasures of life!

Top Verlon himself

Below Verlon fishes any weather!

Friend above and Grandkids below

Things of beauty, Quarry and Lure!

My Lures made by Verlon

The Creation Process

Verlon reigns supreme (don't tell his wife) in a nice garage where can house is lure and wood working tools.

He re-modelled a bathroom and took the old base cabinet and made a lure making station. Verlon put a peg at one end where he hangs all the parts that are needed, the rotessier is fastened to the back of the top and he has a tool caddy with the tools he uses, right at his finger tips. It is also put on wheels, so in warm weather, it can be rolled it out to the carport.