MarcMartyn 0 Report post Posted December 11, 2011 I have a Griffin Osprey Spider that I really like. They are made in Kalispell, MT. Before that, I tied with the old Thompson Model A. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tier Gone Mad 0 Report post Posted December 12, 2011 I had taken several fly tying classes way back & afterward I did some on-line research. When I had finished my research I purchased a Peak Vise. My classes had strickly Renzetti vises which were awesome, but $$$ was a factor in my research. I can tie anything on my Peak & would recommend one to anyone. Tier Gone Mad--------------------------<*))))))))))>< Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gilley 0 Report post Posted December 16, 2011 Ditto on the Peak vise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Longbeard 0 Report post Posted December 20, 2011 Started tying a couple of years ago with a cheap vise from a kit, but upgraded last year to an Atlas Anvil. Been more than pleased with this vise, tying down to size 22's with no problem. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nightheron 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2011 I replaced my old renzetti traveler with a renzetti master vice last year. My traveler is just archaic enough to have the twist knob to tighten the jaws. That twist knob almost sent me to either prison or the psych unit. Trying to tie on big hooks without a cam tightening device will make lava pour out of your ears. The cost of my new vice was stupid. Sorry Renzetti, I use you, I love you but do your margins really have to be that high? If you tie daily like I do you can justify the purchase if not, I would go a different route. The master does have a hook range from a 28 to a 10/0. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nightheron 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2011 Jack, drop the cam arm straight down them turn the arm screw until the hook is snug, when you shift the cam arm toward the vertical post that holds the vise head it will be completely out of your way. Let me know if a pic would help clarify my poor explanation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jersey Trout 0 Report post Posted December 22, 2011 I use a Regal vice. It is very simple and effective. Just like the flies I like to tie. I use this brand because a very nice friend of mine gave it to me as a gift...so there you have it. It is not good for anything smaller than a 22, you would need to buy a separate set of jaws. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ricardo_Gomez 0 Report post Posted December 24, 2011 who knows which vise use Captain Mel Simpson ?????? Thanks Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TitanFlies 0 Report post Posted December 30, 2011 Dyna King Pro. What's not to like about it? The simplicity of it is remarkable and allows you to just get down to tying. No tension knobs, no rotary arms, no bells and whistles. Best $300 I've ever spent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenTier 0 Report post Posted December 31, 2011 Peak for me. Started out with the cheapie included in the kit I got from Bass Pro, but upgraded as soon as I knew I would stick with tying. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
heavynets 0 Report post Posted January 1, 2012 The Anvil Atlas or the Peak are the only ones I would consider. Both sell for about $150 and offer the best bang for the buck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
João Rodrigo 0 Report post Posted January 2, 2012 I tie with a renzetti traveler.. It's an excellent vise.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mridenour 0 Report post Posted January 2, 2012 Just getting back into tying again and using my old Universal Rotary. I loved it back in the day. Still a great vise. There are a lot of cool new gadgets out there now though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creekwalker 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2012 Recently got the Odyssey Spider by Griffin only had it for a few weeks but love it so far. Great price for a rotary vise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H Dot Verseman 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2012 I tie with a JVice. Hand made and machined, simply cannot be beat. And compared to alot of these under featured vises, well worth the money. Plus top notch accessories. I had a Regal, it is too clunky. I did some research and came across this unknown company with some well known names in the industry saying high praise, I figured it was over hyped, it is far from it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites