Getting startedLesson 01
Introduction to fly tying
Discover the series and take your first steps at the vise.
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of fly tying.
From choosing a vise to your first tying techniques: 19 lessons in English to understand your tools, prepare your materials and build confidence.
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Lesson 01 / 19 · In English
Introduction to fly tying
Discover the series and take your first steps at the vise.
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VisesLesson 02
C-clamp or pedestal vise?
Understand the differences between the two mounting systems.
VisesLesson 03
Setting up your vise
Position your vise for a comfortable tying setup.
VisesLesson 04
Rotary or non-rotary vise?
Compare the features and choose what suits your tying style.
ToolsLesson 05
Using a waste basket
Keep your tying space clean and organized.
ToolsLesson 06
Choosing your scissors
Explore different SHOR scissors and their uses.
ToolsLesson 07
Choosing a bobbin
Compare bobbin types and learn how they are used.
ToolsLesson 08
Using a hair stacker
Align hair tips before tying them in.
ToolsLesson 09
Using hackle pliers
Learn how to hold and wrap hackle with this tool.
ToolsLesson 10
Using a bodkin
Explore this precision tool and its applications.
ToolsLesson 11
Ergo ceramic bobbin
Take a closer look at the ergonomic ceramic bobbin.
ToolsLesson 12
Premium carbide bobbin
Discover the features of the Premium model.
ToolsLesson 13
Big Boy ceramic bobbin
Explore the Big Boy ceramic bobbin and how to use it.
ToolsLesson 14
Head cement applicator bottle
Learn how to use an applicator bottle for head cement.
TechniquesLesson 15
Making a dubbing loop
Use a dubbing twister to build a dubbing loop.
TechniquesLesson 16
Using a dubbing brush
Work dubbing with a Velcro brush.
MaterialsLesson 17
Understanding hook sizes
Find your way through fly tying hook sizes.
MaterialsLesson 18
Understanding thread and denier
Compare tying threads and understand denier ratings.
MaterialsLesson 19
Choosing adhesives
Explore different adhesives and their uses in fly tying.
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