robbor 0 Report post Posted August 22, 2019 I'm new. Haven't even started tying. I'm going to be tying small flies like daiichi 1110 24-26. I'm wondering if anyone has tried the ultra midge bobbin? I have the regular midge that I have not used yet. I'm trying to decide on getting another midge or the ultra? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikechell 0 Report post Posted August 22, 2019 You can never have too many bobbins/bobbin holders. On the other hand, the most I've ever spent on one was $6.00 for ceramic insert types. I don't buy tools that cost more just because it's got someone's name on it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flytire 0 Report post Posted August 22, 2019 since you havent tied with the midge bobbin holder you already have why not try that one first and then decide if that bobbin holder is capable of tying the sizes you want to tie. i'll bet a dollar it will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chugbug27 0 Report post Posted August 22, 2019 Welcome! What's your story? What inspired you to start with tiny flies? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave G. 0 Report post Posted August 23, 2019 You need to get tying then you will figure out if you actually need vs want something different. Do you want to tie flies or collect tools ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chugbug27 0 Report post Posted August 23, 2019 I now see Robbor's been a member since Dec '08.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flytire 0 Report post Posted August 23, 2019 ??? I've been a member since 2004 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjm 0 Report post Posted August 23, 2019 If a standard bobbin holder will tie #26, mine has, a midge bobbin holder should tie really really small flies and an ultra midge setup ought to tie #invisible flies. But if you don't use the one you have you surely need to buy a few more. Badger Creek still lists the Frank Matarelli midge bobbin, and that one I know is good. The thing is the thread and the bobbin or spool will still be normal size and hooks don't go down much past midge size. Hoping you get started using those tools soon, and that you get to fish some "hand tied" flies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chugbug27 0 Report post Posted August 24, 2019 BTW I think the ultra is for small spools (Pearsall's, etc) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimo 0 Report post Posted August 24, 2019 I am with Umpqua but I do have to say that I like their "new" Tiemco bobbin that allows you toadjust the length of the thread tube. It gives me more control when tying smaller flies.Do I think it is worth $60? No. But since I am with them I get them at a pro price.I have quite a few of their ceramic bobbins that I purchased at full retail before I became one of their tyers.Kimo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DFoster 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2019 I now see Robbor's been a member since Dec '08.... I guess you could say Robbor's first fly will be "A decade in the making". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robbor 0 Report post Posted September 1, 2019 Lol. Lots of interesting responses. Yes I have been a long time interested in fly tying and tackle making and crappie jigs. I've been making custom crappie jigs and molds for over ten years. And have used flies and ice jigs without a fly rod or ice fishing for probable 20 years. I just adapt what's available for my purpose. I've noticed many a time that certain fish will only touch very small offering in pressures areas. Yes I need to get tying , I'm planning on it this winter. I'm just very inquisitive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BobHRAH 0 Report post Posted September 19, 2019 Tried to order the Matarelli bobbins from Badger Creek last week. He is all sold out. I have not been able to find original Matarelli bobbins anywhere (original with FM stamped on the foot, not just 'Matarelli style'). If anyone has a source, would love to hear about it. Thanks, Bob H Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites