Now what kind of a trick is this? This is a way
of learning thread torque. I always suggest
to beginners that they break their thread (they
usually do anyhow) so they can find out just how
tight they can wrap-in a material. All materials
should be secured to the hook with as much thread
torque as possible: Flies are more durable and
fewer wraps of thread are needed to tie it. ~ Marty Bartholomew
Credits:
This Tying Tip is an excerpt from Tying Flies
Like A Pro by Marty Bartholomew, published by
Frank Amato Publications. Just out, the book has many
step-by-step tutorials on all types of flies. It also
has good sections on material preparation and 'tricks' of
the trade. Many professional tiers contributed their
'name' flies. Softbound, full color, (lots of photos)
the book is 184 pages, and priced at $29.95 US. ~ DLB
Please check out the Fly Tying Section, on the Bulletin Board here at FAOL too.
Credits:
This Tying Tip is an excerpt from Tying Flies
Like A Pro by Marty Bartholomew, published by
Frank Amato Publications. Just out, the book has many
step-by-step tutorials on all types of flies. It also
has good sections on material preparation and 'tricks' of
the trade. Many professional tiers contributed their
'name' flies. Softbound, full color, (lots of photos)
the book is 184 pages, and priced at $29.95 US. ~ DLB