Need a bigger tackle box

[garage_logician]

I currently have a Dunwright (the seven compartment) and like it a lot. The problem is that I have more hooks than it can hold. The only issues I have with the box are that it is heavy for its size and only has the single handle on the top and no shoulder strap.

Those things aside, I did look at the larger Dunwright but before buying I thought I should look at the other options. The most popular boxes seem to be Lakewood and they do have some nice features.

Are there other boxes I should consider? Anyone want to weigh in with the pros and cons of the Dunwright? Lakewood? :-)

I thought the Dunwright would last me a long time and now just a couple years later I am in the hunt for a new box. Maybe it is best to just buy a Flambeau or some other less expensive alternative?

Would love to hear opinions about any and all options. :-)

Thanks!

[MuskieMojoTackle]

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I currently have a Dunwright (the seven compartment) and like it a lot. The problem is that I have more hooks than it can hold. The only issues I have with the box are that it is heavy for its size and only has the single handle on the top and no shoulder strap.

Those things aside, I did look at the larger Dunwright but before buying I thought I should look at the other options. The most popular boxes seem to be Lakewood and they do have some nice features.

Are there other boxes I should consider? Anyone want to weigh in with the pros and cons of the Dunwright? Lakewood? :-)

I thought the Dunwright would last me a long time and now just a couple years later I am in the hunt for a new box. Maybe it is best to just buy a Flambeau or some other less expensive alternative?

Would love to hear opinions about any and all options. :-)

Thanks!

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I would personally go with a cheaper option or start hanging baits on the walls of the garage. That is what I do. Just grab the baits you want to take with before you leave and toss them in the box.

Unless you feel some need to take every bait you own in the boat with you, the small Dunwright will hold everything you need for a trip. If you need a little more room for a trip you can buy 3 extra trays and keep them on the outside. That way your 7 compartment turns into a 10 compartment.

Personally, I use a Bibs box and love it. Holds a good number of baits, it is clear so I can easily find what I am after, and they are made strong and light. Only downside is they are fairly spendy. Check them out at Thorne Brothers.

[garage_logician]

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I would personally go with a cheaper option or start hanging baits on the walls of the garage. That is what I do. Just grab the baits you want to take with before you leave and toss them in the box.

Unless you feel some need to take every bait you own in the boat with you, the small Dunwright will hold everything you need for a trip. If you need a little more room for a trip you can buy 3 extra trays and keep them on the outside. That way your 7 compartment turns into a 10 compartment.

Personally, I use a Bibs box and love it. Holds a good number of baits, it is clear so I can easily find what I am after, and they are made strong and light. Only downside is they are fairly spendy. Check them out at Thorne Brothers.

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The Bibs look pretty nice but I think you are right. I can add three slots to my current box and have the capacity I need for the time being. I started thinking that My brother has a woodshop, maybe I can get him to make something for the garage that I could put extra trays in for storage.

That would work great. I could then easily swap trays depending on where and the conditions. Heck, if it were made correctly I could even haul it with me on those trips out of town and keep it in the cabin. Thanks for the idea! :-)

[Dano_the_jigasaurus]

I started to use the plano 2-3730 or 4-15 for holding cranks, bulldawgs and eels. They can easily be stowed and have a substantial amount of room. They are really tidy boxes and work well since they are clear too.

I keep bucktails topwaters and other large stuff in my hanging box.

just an idea

dan

[cjac]

I'm also doing the Plano clear box approach that Dan mentioned. For around $5 each, hard to beat. 8 mag dawgs take up several slots in a box, or one Plano. Plus, I like my plastics separated. Great for jigs and smaller baits that basically disappear if they fall down a slot in a 14 inch height box.

For $20 Rollie & Helens has an insert that goes in a 5 gallon bucket. I think it holds 20 baits. Great for when fishing in someone else's boat, pick a few baits that match the conditions and lake and for $20 you have a tackle holder. I drilled a couple holes in the bottom of the bucket for drainage, so its also a good way to dry out hair baits.

Chris