Papasequoia 0 Report post Posted February 22, 2009 Does anyone here use lead foil from wine bottles instead of buying it? Is it possible to use as a wrap? Any advantages or disadvantages? Most wine bottles seem to have about the same thickness; what would that most resemble on lead foils or wraps you get from a fly tying supplier? Does the adhesive back on the lead foil/wrap you buy really necessary? Thanks for any insights. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Big E Report post Posted February 22, 2009 Lead capsules haven't been used on wine bottles since the early 90s...what you are using is most likely tin or aluminum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the saltydog 0 Report post Posted February 22, 2009 Big E, you're assuming that Papasequoia isn't drinking older vintage wine :bugeyes: There is probably lead capsules on the 1962 Petrus Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Papasequoia 0 Report post Posted February 22, 2009 Thanks, Big E, I hadn't realized that. I guess I won't get to save a few bucks on tying materials after all. Unless I cut the foil off of that '62 Petrus that is. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Big E Report post Posted February 22, 2009 If you're drinking a $3k bottle of wine I doubt you'd care about ways to save money in fly tying. :drunk: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the saltydog 0 Report post Posted February 22, 2009 hey wait a minute...... i thought tying flies was a way to save money ;-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fred H. 0 Report post Posted February 22, 2009 Lead may be outlawed one day. It 's good your looking at alternatives . I use a metal duct tape on some patterns. It is not as heavy as lead of course . But it is shinny and is good for baitfish patterns and has a very good adhesive. The best part is it is very inexspensive . You could buy a lifetime supply for under $10. Fred Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockworm 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 Papa The Brits continue to use the foil from wine bottles to weigh their nymphs. Although the American wine industry has turned to plastic wrap, aluminum foil and twist-tops, I find that many of the European vintners continue to use a heavy foil. It may not be lead, but it is probably zinc-based and quite suitable for adding weight to your flies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Futzer 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 The red foil on the cap of a bottle of Grand Marnier, makes great midges. Just an FYI. Cheers, Futzer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Brown75 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 You can probably get lead foil from your hobby shop its used to make flags and add battle damage to tanks, it works well too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the saltydog 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 The red foil on the cap of a bottle of Grand Marnier, makes great midges. Just an FYI. Cheers, Futzer. true, but is it worth the headache in the morning to tie a dozen zonkers? :wallbash: :wallbash: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riffleriversteelheadslayer 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 The red foil on the cap of a bottle of Grand Marnier, makes great midges. Just an FYI. Cheers, Futzer. Jeff quit telling them secrets only a few people even know what a Grand Marnier bottle looks like :hyst: :hyst: :hyst: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Papasequoia 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2009 The red foil on the cap of a bottle of Grand Marnier, makes great midges. Just an FYI. Cheers, Futzer. Jeff quit telling them secrets only a few people even know what a Grand Marnier bottle looks like :hyst: :hyst: :hyst: Well, that's strange now that you mention it. When I was listed as a "bait fisherman" here ( <10 posts ) I had no idea what Grand Marnier was. But when I became listed as a "beginner" I got this mysterious flyer in the mail that said, "Try Grand Marnier today. It's delicious to sip while tying flies." I can only wonder what marvels await that day when I make (dare I say it?) "advanced member." Maybe a one dollar off coupon for Grand Marnier? Just kidding around, of course. Funny replies, thanks for the laughs. It is strange to see that there are only three levels on this forum. Someone has over 11K posts and still just an "advanced member?" Nevertheless, for us newbs still trying to tie off a parachute adams without trapping the hackle in the whip finish, well, we go through the same hazing everywhere... Thanks for the chuckles. ;-) Jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites