In order to plate onto lead, you need to use Pickle #4.
It's generally easier to plate onto existing brass than existing nickel.
If you want to plate nickel onto nickel, you need to etch first.
Polish the lures before plating. They may need a quick buff after plating to bring up the shine.
Why doesn't VHT fit your needs? They have an excellent clearcoat product.
You should get the workshop kit plus a bottle of Black Krome.
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