I really don't think it would work for wader repair. I use it a lot and it's not as bulletproof as epoxy. If you used it on waders you could probably just chip it right off. Better a product designed for that use or the ones included with most waders unless you're like me and lost them long ago. I love it for fly work at the desk for glossy heads and some bodies. Also the wingcase on nymphs. The heavier mixes will not set tack free. For wingcase I like to make a hump with the medium product, then color it with magic marker and finish with Silver Creek UV which will set tack free with my light. I'd probably shop ebay for a kit with light and starter products to get you going. Not cheap but great for the right uses.