New on the block
Njardar has given very good advise. Check out your local flyshop. Most sponsor classes where you can learn the basics of tying and get a chance to try out the different vises, bobbin-holders, whip-fin |
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Is the Nor Vise a gimmick?
This question is for a mate of my dad's as he doesn't have an internet connection at the minute and he doesn't go on forums much anyway.
He's managed to **** up the jaws on his Regal |
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? For Saltwater tiers
Hi guys, i have the same problem, i need a Vise for Bass and SaltWater flies.
This is what i investigate, according to my requirements.
I usually tye on the range #6 to 4/0, no more or less of this s |
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Vise Pics, please!
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The base on my Regal came in a brass color and I decided to paint it to look just like the TU logo. Other than the custom base |
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A few flies I tied
Thank you guys.
I will twist the H2O more the next time I tie one of those Icy Hots. I did noticed that the body was rough, but wasnt sure what to do to get a better look. I appreciate the commen |
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Vise Questions
There was no issue with my regal but it has pocketed jaws. But i had issues with lesser vises. No real issues with my norvise either. But those mustad hooks are prone to slippage due to there fini |
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Regal base
I bought a Regal Standard vise with the short stem and a Griffin base for about $30. Its heavy/stable and is about $60 less than the base that comes with the Regal. I've been happy wit |
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RBF: Fly tying vises?
Would two well-worn but still-in-good-shape vises (an old Thompson A and a fixed-head Regal) help your cause? If so, please let me know.All the best,John McCoyaka Isonychia[b]Reply to topic here http: |
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New Vise
First of all rotary vises are NOT just for production tying. Everyone can take advantage of the rotary features of a rotary vise. Since you are ready to spend a couple of hundred (or more,) then you |
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Pamola fly lathe
Can this thing (Pamola lathe) be spun rapidly, like a Norr or a Regal Revolution?
Or is it a slow hand-crank deal only? |
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Business Trip leads to fishng opportunity
I am in the Tampa area for business, just got in yesterday and found out that I am going to have the weekend off here in town. I am hoping that there is someone from the area or near by who would lik |
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VISE
Good suggestions about trying out different vises if you can. Read all the reviews you can get your hands on. The article on choosing a vise in the latest (I think - don't have it in front of me r |
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How do you tie off your para post hackle?
Take a look at the article in the latest Fly Tyer magazine about parachutes. It involves repostioning the hook so the eye is straight down, and then winding the hackle, and whip finishing the thread o |
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Can you tie one of these up???
Welp, my son found this while we were waiting for his bus..........it is the COOLEST [img]http://www.flytyingforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif[/img] caterpillar I have ever seen....... |
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Regal Fly Tying Travel Kit
we did a pretty in-depth review of the kit on Hatches
http://hatchesmagazine.com/blogs/Hatches/2011/04/01/regal-fly-tying-kit/
the sale price is also available if you contact regal directly
great pr |
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Do YOU use the bobbin holder and/or material
(I use a Regal Medallion vise - rotory, but not true rotory)
I hardly ever use the bobbin holder - even the one made by Regal is too short horizontally. If I use it, there isn't much room to work |
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Need help deciding between vises
I've got a Peak and a Regal and I find myself using the Peak more often. I played with a Traveler once and it felt too 'light' (?). Hard to describe, but it just didn't feel good to |
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ASG Mark lll
I have not tied on it, looks like a regal knock off. Try it out. |
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Hadn't done one in a while
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ever happen to you?
While the problem is often associated with Regal vises, you can have this happen with any vise on the market. Ironically, I've done it on my Regal and have NOT chipped my jaws (newer model) but I |
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For Sale Regal Stainless Steel Head only
For Sale,
For all you Regal Vise owners
Brand New Regal Stainless Head only. Not been Used. This retails for 178.00
Amount $120.00+shipping
Please PM with any questions
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vice
I also started off with the vise from a fly tying kit. It was like a Thompson model A. It did the trick. I went on to look and try other vises but didn't want to spend $100+ on a Regal Vis |
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New vise? $200 - $400 range.
I think JSz covered it pretty well in his first post. The vise is kind of a personal preference thing. One man's "perfect" vise is anothers POS. I've tied on a lot of different vises |
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Thinking about trying a Regal
Single biggest problem with Regals is their tendency to spit hooks. Now this is not unique to the Regal. I have had my Renzetti do the same thing, resulting in chipped jaws, as one would expect. Th |
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Hatches Blog Post - Regal Fly Tying Kit
Most people know Regal for their outstanding line of vises. Their sturdy and functional approach to vises has been translated into their innovative fly tying kit. This bag is designed around the fou |
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It's On the Way!
Congratulations on the new vise! I got a Regal Medallion last summer and love it. |
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April Deals at J. Stockard Fly Fishing
April brings daffodils and a new batch of bargains at JSFF. Check out these delas:Eyes, beads and cones are a staple of any tying bench and you can stock up for the rest of the year at great savings - |
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Regal Fly Tying Kit
Most people know Regal for their outstanding line of vises. Their sturdy and functional approach to vises has been translated into their innovative fly tying kit. This bag is designed around the fou |
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Jack Dennis Fly Tying DVD Collection
Hi everyone its been a while since I've been here the truth is its, because I spend a lot of time on another forum where I've already developed a lot of friendships and even a couple fishing p |
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Regal Medalliion vice for sale (new)
Hi everyone,I have a new Regal Medallion vice for sale. I figured I would offer it here before going to ebay. The vice has the bronze pocket base and traditional jaws. I am asking $200. Regal M |
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Alternatives to epoxy
Brian, I love uv resins. I use them often. I am not bashing your product. I have used your product. It does what you say it does. You need to relax. Calm down there buddy. I am only a edu |
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Regal Vise
I have a Regal Medallion and love it.If money is a problem, you might want to look into getting a Regal "clone" for about 40-50 bucks. I bought one ten years ago and it still works great. |
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Regal vice for sale (new)
Hi everyone,I have a new Regal Medallion vice for sale. I figured I would offer it here before going to the fly tying forum. The nice has the bronze pocket base and traditional jaws. The vice retai |
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Hotspot caddis - step by step
Thank you very much, i really appreciate your kind comments Dustin:You`re right, the peak vise has been exchanged with a Regal vise.Regal is by far the best tying vise i have ever had the pleasur |
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Sort of forget how small our flies are
Nice, When you are that small you almost only have to use one fiber from the dubbing to make the thorax. I want to get a midge head for my regal so I can start tying teeny flies. |
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Nor-Vise
Any vise is a very personal choice. I have had one for about 20 years now. It is my main vise, and I am very happy with mine. I also use the fine point conversion jaws and have had Norm tap in the |
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Vices
QUOTE (Johny Utah @ Feb 9 2011, 06:01 PM) Just buy a Regal and you wont have to worry about a thing I agree. I have a Regal Medallion and it is a great vise. Simple to operate, rock-solid ho |
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rotary vises for a commercial tyer
QUOTE (Johny Utah @ Feb 8 2011, 06:45 PM) regal medallion rotates and you can go from 2-32s with no adjustment. Plus if you use it you can figure out how to make it rotate similar to a true. |
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time to upgrade to a new rotary vise?
I love my regal. Ease of hook clamping. and it rotates. But if your looking to do true rotary tying i don't recommend the regal. The only one i would recommend for rotary tying is a nor-vise. You |
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griffin vises
Had the spider for a couple of years, no problems. Have had the Blackfoot Mongoose for the last 3?years with no troubles. Solid vise, have had no reason to test the service. I tie mostley sizes 10-18, |
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Looking for a new vice
Site sponsor J. Stockard is offering 20 percent off on their economy vises. If I were in your situation, I would look seriously at the one with the spring-loaded jaws, which is basically an imitation |
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Regal Revolution Rotary Vise
For Sale Regal Revolution Rotary Vise seldom used. Comes with Pocket Brass base. Sells for $425 selling for $300 includes shipping. I learned to tye on a Regal Medallion and the rotary feat |
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Montana Mongoose Vise
I've got a Regal and Renzetti Traveler. As for your other posts, I didn't post cause you come off as a real dick. I did some searches for reviews, usually Amazon is good for that but nothing |
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Vise Post Height
On my Renzetti I have a 6 and an 8in. on the Regal it is 6in.The base for the Regal is 7x4I have a base that I got from Cabelas it is 51/2 x 31/2 |
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spring loaded vises
I tried a friend's Regal on a camping/fishing trip in '09. Tied about a dozen flies with the Regal down to size 18. The Regal an excellent vise in my opinion, very nice. |
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Caddis Dry Fly Swap
Well, I'm glad you like my flies because I'm pretty young and I think my flies aren't that good but I am trying my hardest. When selecting out the vises I was deciding between Peak, Regal, |
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Looking for a new vise
I like my Regal Medallion. Vises tend to be like hunting rifles or dogs. Everybody thinks their's is the best. I wanted a vise that was simple to operate, had rock-solid hold on a variety of hook |
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Deal I Couldn't Pass Up on Regal Revolution
Sunday I got a deal through a friend who Manages a Fly Shop on a Regal Revolution that was just too good to pass up, I was considering a Nor Vise or a JVice, but have always like the Regal Vises also. |
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Looking for a Nor Vise
great stuff, i am looking for the dubbing table and the midge jaws. i love mine. i have 3 bobbins and about 25 spools, the case, the mounting board. i sold my regal because i stopped using it aft |
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Regal vise vs cam lock
I'm tying on the Regal Medillion series with the stainless head. I also have the midge head. I like the easy of use on the Regal. The hook holding power is great. Great warranty, USA made. Much be |
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Fly vise advice
My friend got me into tying this year and has loaned me a bunch of his older equipment to get me started.Been using a very simple vise that he loaned me (he uses a reaaal nice Regal now).I am looking |
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Santa bring any fly tying Tools for you????
Well my wife and I don't exchange gifts and we have no children nor any family so we buy what we want. So to get to your answer I turned on evilbay this morning and found a BIN New Regal rotating |
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Fly Tying In Afghanistan
QUOTE (Hairstacker @ Dec 20 2010, 04:02 PM) Ok, I'll take a stab at it. 2 years is a long time . . . if I were to be sequestered to a desert island with all the fly tying materials I wou |
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Indexer Feature on the Baracude Vise
Just wondering what other people feel about the indexer feature on the Dyna King Barracuda vise. Is it a gimmick or do people really use it. I tie commercially and love my Supreme for traditional flie |
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Need a vise
I started with the $12 cheap-o and when the jaws failed, I bought a Peak. Then I bought a Regal. I go back and forth between them - they both have their plusses and minuses. |
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Some new patterns I have been playing with
QUOTE (Mr. Vegas @ Dec 7 2010, 05:31 PM) I got it in a box of materials from a garage sale 2 months ago. Since my regal jaws are screwed up it is the only I have to tie with right now. It hol |
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Starting Tying Again Ffter Years!
Welcome back to a great hobby. I too have gotten back into fly tying, after a 20 year lay off due to marriage and kids. There is nothing better than bringing a fish to hand on a fly you tied. I've |
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