Sandan 0 Report post Posted December 31, 2022 Can't hold a candle to whats been posted but figured I'd see just how out of practice I am. It's just something I "threw" together. Thanks for getting me off my rusty dusty you all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruce Derington 0 Report post Posted January 5, 2023 This actually is a nice job! There’s a lot going here. Each fly we tie is a challenge and I learn from each one. Your topping is sitting a little high and is too long. If you haven’t checked utube, Rich LaMonte has two videos on how to prep crests that’s worth viewing . The great tip is how to use your thumbnail to lightly pinch stem to actually adjust curve to fit the fly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandan 0 Report post Posted January 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Bruce Derington said: This actually is a nice job! There’s a lot going here. Each fly we tie is a challenge and I learn from each one. Your topping is sitting a little high and is too long. If you haven’t checked utube, Rich LaMonte has two videos on how to prep crests that’s worth viewing . The great tip is how to use your thumbnail to lightly pinch stem to actually adjust curve to fit the fly. Thank you Bruce. I did use my thumbnail, but didn't get it quite right. Next time. I'll check out the vids you recommended. Prepping the crests to get 'em just right is a problem for me (one of many). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruce Derington 0 Report post Posted January 6, 2023 It’s a problem for everyone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandan 0 Report post Posted January 6, 2023 11 minutes ago, Bruce Derington said: It’s a problem for everyone That makes me feel much better. I think Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites