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Just a few macro shots of some fishing flies I've tied.
turbo said:Nice shots, and some pretty nice tying. Here, you'd have to be careful of the wire-wound flies on fly-fishing only waters, since it is illegal to add weight to a fly to make it sink. You're expected to use sinking line and conventionally-tied flies (hair, feathers, yarn, etc). Anything added to a fly to put it down faster is a no-no. You are certainly allowed to use tinsel to wrap the bodies, but metal strips or wires will get you a fine.
I rib flies with tinsel. Tinsel has been around forever - aluminized and anodized (I believe) mylar foil. I started tying flies about 50 years ago, and it was a common material back then. Of course, back then you could buy capes of game-cock and wing-feathers of condors, too. Both illegal now.rollcast said:So what do you normally rib flies with?
I suppose you are restricted to oval or twist as it wouldn't add weight. Although I don't see much logic behind that rule - it's as bad if not worse as the dry fly only rule on English chalkstreams.
turbo said:I rib flies with tinsel. Tinsel has been around forever - aluminized and anodized (I believe) mylar foil. I started tying flies about 50 years ago, and it was a common material back then. Of course, back then you could buy capes of game-cock and wing-feathers of condors, too. Both illegal now.
turbo said:I rib flies with tinsel. Tinsel has been around forever - aluminized and anodized (I believe) mylar foil. I started tying flies about 50 years ago, and it was a common material back then. Of course, back then you could buy capes of game-cock and wing-feathers of condors, too. Both illegal now.
Gad said:What is the coin in the first pic? I just want to read what's written on it.
Gad said:'Tunisian central bank' is what's written on the other side, the beautiful calligraphy made me thought it's a name of a scholar or something. Nice coin anyway.
Examining fishing flies up close allows scientists to better understand the structure and design of the flies, which can provide insights into their function and effectiveness as bait for catching fish.
Fishing flies can be examined up close using a microscope or magnifying glass. This allows scientists to see the intricate details of the fly's design and structure.
By examining fishing flies up close, scientists can learn about the materials used in their construction, the shape and size of the fly, and the placement of different components such as the hook and feathers. This information can help improve the design of fishing flies for better performance.
Yes, there are different types of fishing flies such as dry flies, wet flies, and streamers, each with their own unique design and construction. As a result, different examination methods may be required to fully understand their structure and function.
Yes, examining fishing flies up close can lead to improvements in fly design by providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of different materials, shapes, and sizes. This can lead to the development of more realistic and efficient fishing flies for catching fish.