I have seen some really amazing creations here, it looks like some of you guys have been building for 20 years.

So what got you started?

How did you go about it in the beginning? - handcarves, ready to go kits, then graduating to the lathe, or the sander, in the case of rip plugger?

What were some of your biggest mistakes in the beginning? Was there a time when you said: this sux, I'm terrible, the hell with it, time for the beer! when you couldn't get something to turn right?

How did you guys learn about the weights, it seems they can make or break how a great plug swims - how long did it take you to figure that kind of stuff out?

I appreciate all advice guys, as much as you can to help a newbie who is on the fence. thanks