I have been considering for awhile to purchase a Jvise, and am interested in feedback from owners pertaining to their experiences with it. There appears to be a lot of support for it and...
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I have been considering for awhile to purchase a Jvise, and am interested in feedback from owners pertaining to their experiences with it. There appears to be a lot of support for it and...
If I make the furling jig according to directions provided on Kathy's DVD, what length of leader can be made and what conditions would it be utilized for? Do you suggest to make the jig longer to...
Kathy Scott's DVD is recommended for the novice, and there is an overwhelming amount of online information about furling. Does anyone have experience with the following book, Furled Leaders: All of...
I am still looking for plans for a power head if anyone is willing to share. Thanks.
Ron
Does anyone have plans for a power head that they would be willing to share? Thanks.
Ron
I purchased a special edition master vise for 25% off, so my Traveler vise will now be utilized only for traveling purposes. Thanks for everyone's input.
Ron
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-wool-roving.htm
I am thinking about purchasing a Renzetti Presentation 4000 or Master Vise. I would like input from owners of these vises. Do you think the master is worth the extra money over the 4000? Thanks....
Caddisfly777, here are links to tippet rings and swivels suggested in Jason's tutorial. I bought both from the seller.
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I built your jig for a 5 step leader, and am interested in reading your 3rd tutorial. I am having trouble locating a Conair Hair Braider because it appears they are no longer being made. Does...
I came across the following through a search for furled leaders. Has anyone tried the author's approach?
http://www.azbythefly.com/articles/tutorials/38-furled-leaders-part-1-an-introduction...
The majority of my tying are nymphs, but want to start getting into dries. I plan on ordering some grade 3 capes from Collins, but want some suggestions on colors. I was thinking grizzly, brown,...
I received some free samples from Collins and he recommended purchasing Grade 3. I plan on buying from him. Thanks for everyone's input.
Ron
I only have experience with dry fly capes from Metz and Whiting, but was considering purchasing some from Collins Hackle Farm. They sell commercial, grades 1, 2, and 3. I am interested in tying...
Does anyone know if the ZDO Feather/Craft bags are still available? They are listed on a site, but there was no response to my email request. Also, a forum member used to sell them, but are no...
I have Kathy Scott's DVD, and have a few beginner questions. She provides instructions for a 6' furling board that makes a 5' 6" leader. I haven't constructed the board, or made a leader. Do you...
I found the new link on page 15. If anyone is interested, it could be found at furledleaders.co.uk under the heading My info in one file.
I would like a copy of Big Furled Leader Formula Excel spreadsheet. It is no longer available at furledleaders.co.uk. Is there another source, or would someone be willing to share it? Thanks.
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Thanks everyone for the kind comments. Betty, the end caps both have a foam pad in conjunction with a traditional rod sock as well as the case being custom cut to length based upon rod sections...
The following is a wooden hex case made from cherry with a leather strap to connect the cap.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l33/RJD32/Camera042-2.jpg
Ron
I purchased Simple Furled Leaders by Kathy Scott, and found the DVD to be a suitable starting point. What size would you suggest to build the furling board? She provided directions for a 6'...
http://hipwader.com/2003/balsa-popper-pattern
Ron
http://hipwader.com/2003/balsa-popper-pattern
Ron
The following step by step might be helpful.
http://www.questoutdoors.net/skills/ftying/patterns/eggs/glue_egg/
Ron
I have been utilizing Mustad hooks for approximately 20 years, and am going to place an order for some of their Signature Hooks. However, their Classic 9671 Hook is 2X long with the Signature R73...