Trim legs to position and length, then coat the wing case with glue or UV coating for durability
Trim legs to position and length, then coat the wing case with glue or UV coating for durability
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Trim legs to position and length, then coat the wing case with glue or UV coating for durability
How to do it: Trim both sides evenly, then add a drop of glue or UV coating over the wing case
Mistake it fixes: Leaving legs uneven and wing cases unprotected
Why it works: Even legs keep the fly balanced in water. A coating protects thin skin from teeth and water damage, extending fly life.
When it matters most: Fly tying