Redwings1 0 Report post Posted September 26, 2006 Just wondering if anyone has come up with a use for old spools from thread, flosses, tinsels, coper...etc...? I seem to always have a few around just collecting dust that end up getting thrown out, but there must be something they are good for...right...? :dunno: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redleg 0 Report post Posted September 26, 2006 Throwing at canoes? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madkasel 0 Report post Posted September 26, 2006 There are all kinds of crafty uses for them. Maybe some cub scout troop or preschool or something would like them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Hard 0 Report post Posted September 26, 2006 I like using Kreinik materials, but they come on a long tube, so when I want them to be used in a bobbin, I transfer them. Same as some other yarns and wools that come on a card or simmilar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaUP 0 Report post Posted September 27, 2006 what ive always thought of is buying kevlar on BIG spools and spooling it on the spools for a lot cheaper than what the fly tying companys charge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sandflyx 0 Report post Posted September 27, 2006 if you want I'll take them....just pm me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean Juan 0 Report post Posted September 27, 2006 I respool mine with 2lb or 4lb mono - makes for a great mono thread - and I've never found anything that spins deer hair better than 4lb mono. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick N 0 Report post Posted September 27, 2006 If you furl leaders they make great posts to wrap around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Illinoisgiller 0 Report post Posted September 30, 2006 I tie with sparkle chinelle that doesn't come on spools. I simply transfered it to old spools for convenience. This also ment buying a bobbin with larger tube but worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyfishingtaz 0 Report post Posted October 1, 2006 I save all my used spools and respool them with materials that are carded, and wire that i strip from dsl lines for my hares ears. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites