ironfly Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I know several veteran tyers that rarely do the full whip finish and cement anymore, and I find myself following suit. It seems like it's just not necessary if the rest of the fly is well tyed. I realize many of us use different techniques depending on the fly; I'll use 2 whip finishes and Zap-a-Gap for Pike flies. But I didn't want to add a "Some/all of the above" choice, because I thought that would be too easy. If anyone is unfamiliar with the "glue only" technique, you apply glue (Zap-a-Gap works best) to the thread between the shank and the bobbin, make a few wraps, give it a moment to set, and trim. Of course you can also throw a knot on top of the glue. Best way I know of to prevent wicking of excess glue into absorbent materials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 For commercial tying I finish the heads nicely, but for myself, I use the traditional method, I just wax the tread and whip. haven't had one come apart in 50 years. I know several veteran tyers that rarely do the full whip finish and cement anymore, and I find myself following suit. It seems like it's just not necessary if the rest of the fly is well tyed. I realize many of us use different techniques depending on the fly; I'll use 2 whip finishes and Zap-a-Gap for Pike flies. But I didn't want to add a "Some/all of the above" choice, because I thought that would be too easy. If anyone is unfamiliar with the "glue only" technique, you apply glue (Zap-a-Gap works best) to the thread between the shank and the bobbin, make a few wraps, give it a moment to set, and trim. Of course you can also throw a knot on top of the glue. Best way I know of to prevent wicking of excess glue into absorbent materials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 420FLYFISHIN Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 crazy/gorilla glue just a drop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 thread brushed with glue on final head wraps. Two whip finishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironfly Posted September 9, 2011 Author Share Posted September 9, 2011 What's the "other"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FraserN Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Several half-hitches, folled by some head cement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironfly Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 Wasn't that already on the list, as the third option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dennis59 Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 I just whip finish. I have yet to have a fly come apart because of the whip finish. Tight Lines Always DennisS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 whip finish just 5-7 turns depending on size of fly..then finish the head off with whatever I prefer and in these days...UV varnish from Wales..excellent finish..and this is done either for myself or others...Wolfie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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