Top products from r/flytying
We found 38 product mentions on r/flytying. We ranked the 68 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. The Fly-Tying Bible: 100 Deadly Trout and Salmon Flies in Step-by-Step Photographs
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 5
The Fly Tying Bible 100 Deadly Trout and Salmon Flies in Step by Step Photographs
2. LEDwholesalers 395nm UV Ultra-Violet 21-LED Blacklight Flashlight, 7305UV395
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
Identifies protein-based human or pet stainsSpots certain chemical/gas leaks, locate dangerous pests like scorpions or rodentsAuthenticates documents that have UV markingsOperates on readily available 3x AAA batteries (not included)395nm UV 21-LED flashlight
3. Griffin Odyssey Spider Fly Tying Vise
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Lifetime Guarantee and 100% made in the USAJaw capacity is 28 to 4/0The Odyssey Fly Tying vise is a true 360 degree rotating vise that come with a c-clamp and bobbin cradle.An entry level Fly Tying Vise at an entry level priceMade from the finest materials and made to last a lifetime
4. The Orvis Fly-Tying Guide
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Used Book in Good Condition
5. The Fly Tier's Benchside Reference to Techniques and Dressing Styles
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Features over 3,000 color photo describing and showing, step-by-step, hundreds of fly-tying techniques!Fly Tying
6. Good Flies: Favorite Trout Patterns and How They Got That Way
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
7. Neatfi XL 2,200 Lumens LED Task Lamp with Clamp, 24W Super Bright Desk Lamp, 117 Pcs SMD LED, 20 Inches Wide Lamp, 4 Level Brightness, Dimmable, Eye-Caring LED Lamp, Table Clamp LED Light (Black)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
2,200 LUMENS BRIGHT & 20” WIDE SHADE - An excellent light source with 24 Watts. With a color temperature of 5600K-6000K and a CRI of 80, it illuminates a bright beam of vivid light without glare. It features an impressively 20” wide shade, multi-position head joint and easily adjustable 32” ar...
8. Fiskars 94817797 Micro-Tip Scissors, 5 Inch, Orange
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Ideal for cutting tight patterns and intricate details on a wide range of fabrics, cutting at awkward angles or in tight spaces or making quick thread snipsMicro-Tip blades provide superior cutting precisionHigh-grade, precision-ground, stainless-steel blades offer a lasting sharp edge that cuts all...
9. Prismacolor 3721 Premier Double-Ended Art Markers, Fine and Chisel Tip, 24-Count,Assorted Colors
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Dual ended markers featuring both fine and chisel tipsAdvanced dye based ink formulation for richly saturated color and superior blendabilityFine point lays down sharp lines while the chisel tip creates multiple line widthsSingle source of ink guarantees color consistency at both endsIncludes: Canar...
10. Favorite Flies and Their Histories
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
11. American Fly Tying Manual: Dressings and Methods for Tying Nearly 300 of America's Most Popular Patterns
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
12. Hatch Guide for New England Streams
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
13. How to dress salmon flies: A handbook for amateurs
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
14. The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
15. Classic Salmon Flies: History & Patterns
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
16. Atlantic Salmon Flies / Mouches pour le saumon atlantique (English and French Edition)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
17. Essential Trout Flies: Step-by-step tying instructions for 31 indispensable pattern styles and their most useful variations (Step-By-Step Tying Instructions for 31 Indispensible Pattern)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
How to tie the 31 most effective trout patterns and selected variations - more than 200 recipes in all.Fly Tying
18. Trout Sense: A Fly Fisher's Guide to What Trout See, Hear, & Smell
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Overall, your flies look pretty damn good for your first day of tying. However, it looks like your flies might have a bit too much girth/materials. For example, the first fly has a bit too much of a head (multiple wraps would be my guess) on the head. The body is a little chunky (aren't we all?) and the tail is too thick. Perhaps use less material on your next set and see how that goes. What I would suggest is tying one fly many times to perfect that pattern, then move onto another.
I would also like to share with you that there is also a great book that I have used for years (and given to other anglers to learn from) called the Fly-Tying Bible (which can be found online or at Bass Pro/Cableas, Barnes & Noble, etc.). This book is full of many patterns and explains in great detail the steps needed to successfully complete a fly. I highly recommend it.
Someone with more experience might suggest otherwise... but the easiest thing to do, in my opinion, is get a beginner set that has starting material and instructions.
On top of that I'd get the Orvis Fly-Tying Guide. That book will do a good job of explaining the basics "Barney-style."
There might be free (or cheap) classes in your area from a local fly fishing/tying club or from an outdoors shop. They will gladly help. I started tying with my dad a few years ago and loved it. After a few weeks I went into my local Orvis and asked for recommendations- they told me which tools I should upgrade (ceramic bobbin for example) and told me which materials will come in handy down the line.
Side tip- if you start getting into the hobby and want materials, you can always look online for cheap alternatives. Why pay $10 for a small amount of foam from Orvis when you can go to a craft store and get twice as much for $3?
It's great to start with a beginner tool kit. Those kits that come with feathers and furs are usually low grade. Here's where I'd start: You've been fly fishing for years, I'm sure you can think of three flies you use regularly with success. Go down to your local fly shop and ask for all the ingredients for one of them and a book with general fly tying info. Don't leave without picking the proprietors brain about hints and tips to this particular fly. Check out youtube videos on how to use a whip finishing tool and several videos on how to tie your chosen fly. Tie that fly a dozen times then take the best one down to your fly shop for critique and more pointers. For me, tying one fly over and over for a while before moving on to another helps. The number one best way is to take a class with a pro, usually around $50.
I used some crappy ones until finding this. This thing is absolutely awesome. I like having a ton of light when I tie because I feel like it helps me see some of the smaller details, and this was the brightest one I could find in this configuration. The brightness is also adjustable if you find it too bright. Also the arm allows you to really get it out of the way, and it easily adjusts in any way you could need.
Yeah it's fascinating- way over my head as a kid when I got it, but as an adult I really enjoyed it so it took several years for me to appreciate it. Also it looks great on a coffee table or tying desk. http://www.amazon.com/Favorite-Flies-Their-Histories-Marbury/dp/1585743151
Here is a quick list of can't miss books in my opinion:
Michael Radencich as several books out, but this one should be a first if you want to head down this road. He outlines 20 classics and walks you through step by step. If you order from his site directly, he will autograph the book. These books are not cheap but worth their weight in gold:
http://www.amazon.com/Twenty-Salmon-Flies-Techniques-Mastering/dp/0811705234/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050251&sr=8-2&keywords=classic+salmon+fly+tying
Mikal Frodin put together an excellent book of classic patterns that include recipes. The really nice thing about this book is that he provides the history of the fly as well. The pictures are not the best and the dressings are not either (at least for display quality as we know it now), but for $10 used hardcover, it's a no brainer.
http://www.amazon.com/Classic-Salmon-Flies-History-Patterns/dp/0883171635/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050359&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=mikal+frodin
TE Pryce-Tannatt is one of the last "masters" and depending on the volume you get this book is collectible and gets pricey. This version is not and has a ton of excellent information:
http://www.amazon.com/Dress-Salmon-Flies-T-E-Pryce--Tannatt/dp/0713616180/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050461&sr=8-1&keywords=te+pryce-tannatt
Yep - we've all been there! For the record, I quit chasing my dog around after a few flies. They didn't work all that well, and then I realized, probably why there aren't many in fly shops.
Dave Hughes American Fly Tying Manual should be the first book you buy. Read it cover to cover, and start with the basics.
Second book (and my autographed copy is most certainly not for sale) is Dave's book 'Essential Trout Flies.' I don't know too many folks that don't want to match his boxes from the cover - a great winter project for sure.
http://www.amazon.com/American-Tying-Manual-Dave-Hughes/dp/157188212X
http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Trout-Flies-Step-step/dp/0811727483/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b
Fair point. I mean I've read a handful of tying books and certainly improved at the vice because of it. Specifically I'd recommend John Geirach's "Good Flies"
It is important to know proportions, but that info isn't hard to find online either I imagine. I just feel like money is better spent on materials or good scissors than on new books. That being said, 80 tying books and a float tube for $80 is an absolute steal.
There's a great, true story, book about a Classic Fly Tyer who did not ask for the birds caps, just took them. Fantastic read. You won't be able to put it down. https://www.amazon.com/Feather-Thief-Obsession-Natural-History/dp/110198161X
This book is pretty awesome when it comes to fly tying with common household materials. Comes in a kindle edition which is how I read it.
Don't let people sway you by saying that you have to buy things from a fly shop or have to buy things made specifically for fly tying. Obviously not every little thing will work but half the fun is figuring out something new that does work!
I recommend getting this book. http://www.amazon.com/Orvis-Fly-Tying-Guide-Tom-Rosenbauer/dp/1592281214
Covers all the basics, and provides a great encyclopedia of flies when you feel like experimenting with something new
Thank you!
Trust me I get it. And it hurt to make the jump up in price but I can tell it was worth it. Being able to rotate the flies without unseating them is so nice.
And so far the UV Cure works really well. Especially for building baitfish heads it seems.
The vice I got is called a "Griffin Odyssey Spider Fly Tying Vise" and was $80.00 https://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Odyssey-Spider-Tying-Vise/dp/B0002O069O
For the trout fishing I do in New England, this book from Thomas Ames is really good. Lots of details, recipes, and a hatch chart.
So, it may not be what you're looking for, but, perhaps, it's a good example of what may exist for your region or for bass?
I like this book.
This website has good directions too.
Nice. Here is the light I use.
A little Sally Hard as Nails over top if you want that rock solid glass look and feel (I rarely do both).
I bought this one when I first started around two years ago and I love it. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002O069O?pc_redir=1396256609&robot_redir=1
This pattern came from this book
https://www.amazon.com/Atlantic-Salmon-Mouches-atlantique-English/dp/0864929730
This is another good book for hair wing patterns.
https://www.amazon.com/Tying-Fishing-Bucktails-Other-Wings-ebook/dp/B01M4JDTI6/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1539171375&sr=1-4&keywords=mike+valla
The Fly Tying Bible, I think its a decent book has some neat patterns for trout
http://www.amazon.com/The-Fly-Tying-Bible-Step---Step/dp/0764155504/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398730800&sr=8-1&keywords=fly+tying+bible+100
Tom Rosenbauer's Tying book is a good starting point. Starts with flies using the fewest materials and simplest techniques, and every subsequent fly adds more materials and techniques.
http://www.amazon.com/Orvis-Fly-Tying-Guide-Tom-Rosenbauer/dp/1592281214
Looking good, most people I know use prisma markers.
You can find them at hobby/craft stores.
https://www.amazon.com/Prismacolor-Premier-Double-Ended-Markers-24-Count/dp/B00006IFGM#nav-search-keywords
https://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Odyssey-Spider-Tying-Vise/dp/B0002O069O
I've read good things about this guy
I was just looking at ordering a pair, is it these ones?
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https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00006IFNA/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_10?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1
I think it is this one
http://www.amazon.com/Fly-Tying-Bible-Step---Step-Photographs/dp/0764155504/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1398722835&sr=1-1&keywords=fly+tying
Go for a tube of Loon UV or CCG (just the tube), and buy a UV light from Amazon for less than $10. The UV stuff is expensive because all the cost is wrapped up in the light itself. A replacement is something like $50, which is stupid, and a complete kit is unnecessary. A single tube of CCG hydro (syringe or brush-on) will last you long enough to decide whether it's worth buying more.
buy solarez bone dry uv resin (brush applicator is in the bottle cap)
https://www.google.com/search?q=solarez+bone+dry&oq=solarez&aqs=chrome.2.69i60j69i57j35i39j0l3.6337j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
http://www.worleybuggerflyco.com/HarelineDubbin/Images/Small%20Images/SolarezUltraThinBoneDryUVGlueBottleNeedle.jpg
or the uv resin 3 pack
https://www.solarez.com/product/solarez-fly-tie-uv-resin-3-pack/
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and a 21 led uv flashlight from ebay
https://www.amazon.com/LEDwholesalers-Violet-Blacklight-Flashlight-7305UV395/dp/B001RJQR3M
https://www.image-tmart.com/prodimgs/T/T00449/21-LED-UV-Ultraviolet-Flashlight-Lamp-Torch-3AAA_800x800.jpg
It's not a book on patterns. In the 450 so pages, I don't see one full pattern. What it does is describe, and introduce techniques and dressing styles. But it shouldn't be looked at as a beginners book. There is alot to it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/1571881263/ref=sib_dp_pt#reader-link
Check out the table of contents.
I was going to pick it up from amazon.co.uk but its £58 on there. How much did you pay?