Cole

Tied a couple up and I really like them. One problem I see is how long will the bunny fir hold up, after repeated strikes? I am going to tie some up with estaz and see how they work as well. This is a pretty involved fly and I would hate for the fly not to hold up after repeated strikes. I might also try it in a medium gauge wire loop to give it some more strength. Just some ideas!

 

 

The first 5 versions didn't have any bunny hair and they all worked, so once the fur is gone keep on fishing them. Palmered bunny flies are a staple in the warmwater world and they seem to hold up just fine, so it wasn't something I was worried about. The estaz is a good idea though, I may throw that in a few as well.

 

Im glad you like them. It is really involved. I found the easiest way to tie them is to tie up a bunch in stages. First I'll tie 20-30 posts with the flash on the mono. Then Ill attach the eyes and flash on all of the hooks, then I'll go back and tie in the skirt and the head. Helps things move along quicker.

Thats exactly what I did, tied a couple in stages. I do have to agree with you though, this is not a beginner fly, there is a lot of work involved in it, but the result is worth it, it looks amazing. I will see if I can get some photos up tomorrow. Once again, great pattern. I know it will kill small/largemouth bass here.

Tied a couple up and I really like them. One problem I see is how long will the bunny fir hold up, after repeated strikes? I am going to tie some up with estaz and see how they work as well. This is a pretty involved fly and I would hate for the fly not to hold up after repeated strikes. I might also try it in a medium gauge wire loop to give it some more strength. Just some ideas!

Silicone you can buy at the hardware store works fantastic for setting the face of deer hair poppers.

Looking to buy a used Renzetti Master in good shape. Anyone have one they no longer use or want to get rid of?

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Jeff

 

I use these handmade tools after painting base color(s) on the poppers with artist brushes:

 

 

The tools are constructed from ground needles of different diameters and different diameter rods.

Balsa dowels are used for handles when needed. The tools are dipped into the cap of the acrylic paint

and then one or more dots applied to the popper.

 

Here is a photo showing some of the steps on another popper.

 

 

 

This is a technique I use for pointilistic Pen & Ink drawings adapted to Poppers. The result is distinctive

but requires patience. The finished paint is usually not smooth, but one coat of epoxy usually

disguises this and also hides minor irregularities in the surface of cork poppers.

BadAss, would you do a tutorial?

Guys, I have a chance to do some striper fishing here in a month or so. How hard of a fight do they put out? I have an 8 wt and will be targeting 5-15lb fish.

 

You're in for a real treat -- they are strong fish. A lot of fellas out here on the West coast use 8 wts, and 9 wts. are also very popular -- you should be fine.

Thats what I keep hearing, thanks for the info!

Guys, I have a chance to do some striper fishing here in a month or so. How hard of a fight do they put out? I have an 8 wt and will be targeting 5-15lb fish.

Showing all of the colors?

Thanks,

Cole

I know at one time people thought this was an antron fiber, (Aunt Lydias) but then I read that a different yarn was eventually substituted. Is this stuff still an antron fiber? I don't know about anyone else, but I have had a devil of a time finding bulk antron, and I really like that stuff for the sparkle and "bling". Anyone have any current brands?

Thx,

Thats what I am wondering, people keep telling me you can find it in bulk, but I have looked and found nothing. I would like to know of some brands as well!

Cole - I don't really measure it I normally start with a 4" piece and then tie it so the flash is behind the hook bend to avoid fouling, probably about 3" though.

Thanks, for the info. What are you throwing that thing on? 8wt?

Its hard to tell how long the mono is? How long is the piece? 3" - 4"???

I am tired of buying small cartons of yarn, I would like to buy a couple of Skeins.

What are you using and where are you getting it?

For me it really depends. Sometimes I do, sometimes I dont.

Great box of flies!

Awesome Fly! How about a walkthrough with photos?????

That would be awesome!

HAHA, I love it!

Hell yes, we need a rating system!

Nice tie!

Awesome!!!!

I like it - looks like a big meal!

Believe it or not the fly is only about 3 3/4" long, the photos make it look 5"+.

Cool fly, you didn't by any chance actually use persian cat fur for your fly, did you? :hyst: :j_k:

HAHA, I should have. :hyst:

I agree, great looking fly!

Thanks guys, I am just going to order one of each.

Whats the difference? Could I buy the standard and be ok tying big flies with it. On paper they look exactly the same.

I like it, great fly!

Looking for constructive criticism. Good fly, bad fly? Let me have it.