Quote Originally Posted by rpb View Post
I would like to try tying flies and would welcome some suggestions on the tools and materials to buy to get started. I see mixed reviews on the kits. it seems like a 'good' vise and set of tools is essential.
I would prefer not to over-spend but poor tools are never a good idea either.

it would be great if someone could point me in the right direction!

Thanks in advance
Well, you've gotten a lot of good and possibly bad advise. I make that observation because you did not quantify or qualify your needs. How much are you willing to spend on a vise + other tools? What type(s) of fish do you expect to be fishing for? Lastly, how much do you have to spend on the other tools, materials, books, etc. that are necessary.

You initial request is like someone who wants to build a miniature sailboat and asking what saw should he buy. Okay, maybe that's a poor analogy but I think you get my point.

Allan