tjm 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 renzetti version of the turkey skewer Frank Matarelli made one similar, I've also seen one that used the straight end as a half hitch tool rather than bodkin. I don't like the big glob spinner that most guys apparently do or the loose handle that some tools have. A single hook or loop lets the twist be tighter at the end and thus the tool can't fall off; with the two point tool I would make the loop longer than the dubbed part so that the thread can bind to the tool or use pliers to hold and wind as suggested. https://globalflyfisher.com/tie-better/dubbing-techniques https://www.bobmarriottsflyfishingstore.com/fly-tying/fly-tying-tools/dubbing-tools Those Dubbit tools are sold at most suppliers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flytire 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phg 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I use the Dr. Slick dubbing spinner, when I use a dubbing loop. I like it a lot, and have fun demonstrating it. Gary Borger has switched his tool/technique, a bit. Last year, at the Fly Fishing Show, he was demonstrating this tool from Ikea: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30301167/?query=PRODUKT&icid=iba|us|unbxdsuggestion|201811132211556208_1 He cut the end off, and bent the shaft into a hook. Cute, and he obviously was having fun with it. Still, I like the brass spinner. It's fun too.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjm 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 2 AA batteries oughter git it did, quick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
salmobytes 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I attach hackle pliers to the bottom thread-only part of the loop and spin those, twisting at the jaws of the hackle pliers hard and fast like snapping your thumb. I have two or three loop twisting tools and they all piss me off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandan 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 Dr. slick as per fshng2 (that's the one I use) or https://www.anglersall.com/fly-tying/tools/dyna-king-dubbing-whirl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimo 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 For most of my needs creating a dubbing loopusing the split thread method a heavy bobbin is sufficient. The bobbin I use are the C&F bobbins for their weight.For heavier applications such as composite loops I use the bobbin from OPST. I have modified it by adding weight to the spinning handle and added a double hook to it.I also like the one that SilverCreek suggests.I can play with that thing for hours using it as a fidget spinner.Kimo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Knapp 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I use the Dr. Slick dubbing spinner, when I use a dubbing loop. I like it a lot, and have fun demonstrating it. Gary Borger has switched his tool/technique, a bit. Last year, at the Fly Fishing Show, he was demonstrating this tool from Ikea: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30301167/?query=PRODUKT&icid=iba|us|unbxdsuggestion|201811132211556208_1 He cut the end off, and bent the shaft into a hook. Cute, and he obviously was having fun with it. Still, I like the brass spinner. It's fun too.... That is too funny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Knapp 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 Thanks for all the help everybody. I haven't made up my mind yet but I'm getting closer. Nothing says I have to get just one. Thanks again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chugbug27 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 Here's what I use... sad but true.... I'm feeling a little under-equipped in this crowd... But hey, it does get the job done. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjm 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I like that one Chugbug, almost as light in the hand as mine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whatfly 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 If you do not use loops much, anything will work including test clips, paper clips, hackle pliers, etc. If you use them a lot, then a designated tool is much more useful, and you want something that spins easily and fast. Like Scott, I like something with ball bearings. While the Dubbit tools is OK, I found the Dyna King Dubbing Spin Master to be the best I've played with so far. I insisted for years that it was an unnecessary extravagance, and now I could not live without it. Pricey, yes, but gets the job done whether tying large or small patterns. Tie a few mohair leech patterns with one, and you will immediately see the advantage. YMMV. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikechell 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I don't like "light" for a spinner. I'm accustom to being able to "hard and fast like snapping your thumb" (as salmobytes says) and letting the tool spin a few dozen times. You can't get that reaction with a light tool. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Knapp 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 I don't like "light" for a spinner. I'm accustom to being able to "hard and fast like snapping your thumb" (as salmobytes says) and letting the tool spin a few dozen times. You can't get that reaction with a light tool. I don't like "light" for a spinner. I'm accustom to being able to "hard and fast like snapping your thumb" (as salmobytes says) and letting the tool spin a few dozen times. You can't get that reaction with a light tool. Good stuff, thanks guys. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Knapp 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2018 Here's what I use... sad but true.... I'm feeling a little under-equipped in this crowd... terra-deluxe-hook-dubbing-loop-tool_1.jpg But hey, it does get the job done. I think heavier fits my style better, and probably two hooks, but I'm going to try this style, too. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites