Serious anglers know the name Hilts Molds — and this genuine vintage Bullet Nose Jig Mold from their Burbank, California facility is a rare find for both working tackle makers and collectors of American fishing history. Heavy, solid, and built to last, this cast aluminum mold was designed to produce a precision 12-ounce Bullet Nose Jig for deep-water and saltwater fishing applications where getting to the bottom fast is everything.

This mold is marked LMBN-12 and is compatible with Eagle Claw L630 2/0 hooks, with an additional marking of 91750ST 1/0. Hilts Molds earned a strong reputation among anglers and tackle makers for producing durable, precision-made molds used to create custom lead fishing tackle. Today these vintage molds remain highly sought after by fishermen who pour their own jigs as well as collectors of vintage fishing equipment and tackle-making tools.

Bullet Nose Jigs are commonly used for deep-water fishing and bottom fishing applications targeting species such as halibut, lingcod, rockfish, cod, and other hard-fighting saltwater fish. The streamlined bullet nose design helps the jig reach depth quickly while maintaining excellent performance in current.

Whether you're adding to a vintage tackle collection, building your own custom jigs, or looking for a hard-to-find Hilts mold, this is a quality American-made piece of fishing history.

Features

• Genuine vintage Hilts Molds product
• Manufactured in Burbank, California USA
• Marked Hilts Molds Burbank CA 91502
• Model LMBN-12
• Bullet Nose Jig Mold
• Designed to cast a 12-ounce jig
• Compatible with Eagle Claw L630 2/0 hooks
• Also marked 91750ST 1/0
• Heavy-duty cast aluminum construction
• Original handle assembly attached
• Precision tackle-making tool
• Made in USA

Condition

This vintage mold shows normal signs of age and use consistent with a fishing tackle tool. The cast aluminum body remains solid and functional with no visible cracks, breaks, or repairs. The mold markings remain visible, including the Hilts Molds identification, model designation, and hook compatibility markings. The original handle assembly remains attached, and the mold displays well for both use and collection.

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Perfect For

• Custom jig making
• Saltwater fishing tackle
• Halibut fishing
• Lingcod fishing
• Bottom fishing
• Offshore fishing
• Fishing tackle collectors
• Vintage fishing gear collections
• Lead jig casting
• Tackle-making workshops
• Sportsman memorabilia
• Vintage outdoor equipment collections

History

Hilts Molds was a well-known California manufacturer of fishing tackle molds used by generations of anglers and tackle makers. Their molds were designed to provide consistent, professional-quality results for fishermen who preferred making their own sinkers and jigs. Many vintage Hilts molds remain highly collectible today because of their quality construction, specific hook configurations, and connection to traditional American tackle making.

Materials

Cast Aluminum, Steel