Classic Streamer Swap

[Fontinalis 0]

Sukhoidave:

 

Thanks for the update and the list has been updated with your pattern.

 

 

Horseshoes:

 

I will keep and eye for them and let you know when they arrive at my house. Now let's talk about tying with hair, are you implying that I wouldn't know how to tye with hair since I shave my head and have that Bruce Willis look :hyst:

 

 

Thanks Everyone

 

Andy Brasko

[Horseshoes 0]

If your hair snaps and falls out as easy as the bucktails were when I was tying them ( or trying) then it is a good thing you shave it before it gives you no choice. :hyst: :hyst: You will see my mesterpieces when they cast into the P.O. (mine travel that way). You could if you chose to, use some bucktail if yours isn't to your liking. :hyst: :hyst:

[ibian 0]

I still can't decide what to use for a container to send the flies in :dunno: Are there any flies that are being submitted that are too big to fit in a altoids type box?

[Horseshoes 0]

Hi,

You can use old cassette containers or the plastic box that playing cards come in. I mean...you get them back. Look around at home or even while you are out somewhere and keep in mind what you are looking for. Sometimes it is good to " think outside the box" no pun intended.

 

I had already sent out my container in one swap so I had to look for alternatives. Next time you are in a corner store check out what some of the candy comes in etc. You get the drift. I hope this helped. Check out toyboxes....junk drawers....kitchen cupboards................

[riffleriversteelheadslayer 0]

I am tying on a size 2 7 xl hook it still fits in an altoids can but the hair sticks out one end a vcr tape box works good also

[redietz 0]

Hi,

You can use old cassette containers or the plastic box that playing cards come in. I mean...you get them back. Look around at home or even while you are out somewhere and keep in mind what you are looking for. Sometimes it is good to " think outside the box" no pun intended.

 

 

I think you missed the point of the question. A streamer tied on a 10-X long hook can be pretty big. What the poster really wanted to know was "what's the biggest fly anyone is tying so I know how big of a container to use" rather than "what is a suitable container?"

 

I'm tying on a 3-X long #6, so I won't be the tent pole.

[ibian 0]

Thanks for all the responses. Flies are tagged packaged up and ready for the post office, I will send it on my way home tonight. :yahoo:

[atroutbum2 0]

I think i am going to tie a variant of a Quick Silver

[Fontinalis 0]

Horseshoes:

 

I have received your flies. They look pretty good. I think you gave them really good try and also see that you you tied them as neat as possible. Very nice job.

 

 

Andy

[redietz 0]

Flies mailed. PM sent with details.

 

 

[Fontinalis 0]

Hi Redietz:

 

Just read your PM and will let you know when the flies arrive.

 

 

Andy

[Horseshoes 0]

Horseshoes:

 

I have received your flies. They look pretty good. I think you gave them really good try and also see that you you tied them as neat as possible. Very nice job.

 

 

Andy

 

 

Thanks for the support. I have come to realise that with out the picture in front of me at all times I can loose perception of the amount of hair etc that is needed. So I have started to invest in some great books. The first to arrive was " Shrimp & Spey Flies for Salmon & Steelhead" and I have more on the way. It is a fabulous book , besides the info it gives me clear pictures of proportions and amounts. Live and learn, always.

 

Horseshoes

[atroutbum2 0]

here is what i tied up for the swap

 

Its a quick silver variant

hook 6xlstreamer hook #8

thread 8/0 uni

tag/rib fine silver oval tinsel

underbody white uni streach

body white floss

belly white bucktail

throat red hackle

wing black hackles and peacock herl over

shoulder grouse body feathers

 

should be ready to mail soon

[Fontinalis 0]

redietz:

 

I have received your flies, nice work and thanks for participating in the swap.

 

 

Andy

[riffleriversteelheadslayer 0]

flies flew today thank you for hosting :headbang: :headbang: :headbang: