This is a 3D printable injection mold for producing soft plastic lures inspired by the legendary Frapp Tricky Tail — a large-format eel-style twister designed for trophy pike, zander, and catfish fishing. The mold features a single cavity and is optimized for FDM printing (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, etc.), while also being compatible with SLA/DLP resin printers.

The Tricky Tail is characterized by its elongated body with a triangular cross-section — narrow back and wide belly — which shifts the center of gravity downward, creating a pronounced rolling action with pulsating tail movements. The long tail features a strong bend and an additional extension (edging) on the inner side, producing clear, pulsing vibrations that remain effective at medium and high retrieve speeds . The durable plastic construction is designed to withstand multiple aggressive pike attacks, and the wide belly acts as a snag guard when fishing among vertical vegetation .

Injection Specifications:

Injector diameter: 16mm (compatible with standard hand injectors and small injection machines)

FDM Printing Recommendations:

Layer height: 0.08mm maximum for best surface quality and detail reproduction

Recommended material: PETG or any filament with a higher temperature resistance than PLA (ABS, ASA, Nylon, PET‑CF, PC, etc.)

For large models (over 5 inches / 125mm):

Wall loops (perimeters): 12–15 lines

Top solid layers: 10 layers

Bottom solid layers: 10 layers

Infill density: 10–20% (adjust as needed for strength vs. material usage)

Recommended orientation: cavity side up for best surface quality

Can be printed without supports or with minimal supports depending on orientation

For best results, print with a brim or raft to improve bed adhesion