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Tying thread that goes translucent?

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13 hours ago, WWKimba said:

Be aware that most 2 lb. mono rates at a .005 to .007 thickness rating - mono tying thread usually rates at .006!  Pay amost $2 for a 100 yard spool or just over $3 for a 250 yard (smallest spool) for clear fishing mono line.  And yes, even bigger savings as the spools of fishing line goes up!

Kim

If I was concerned about those few cents difference, I'd quit tying.

White polyester guide wrapping thread will go translucent. Many use silk for the traditional aspect of bamboo building.

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Thanks Guys, A few of you saw that I was looking for colored thread that would go translucent. Thank you very much for your suggestions, I guess I’ll try a couple of the flosses. I just hate to pay $7-10 for silk like Dean or Yli per spool if I’m trying to do a classic fly.

 

cheers!

 

Craig

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I think that just about ANY thread/body material that is covered with a fair thickness of clear UV/epoxy will give a tranluscent effect.

Kim

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