When finishing a tube fly, melt the tube end briefly but do not overheat it, or it can melt through and come undone
When finishing a tube fly, melt the tube end briefly but do not overheat it, or it can melt through and come undone
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: When finishing a tube fly, melt the tube end briefly but do not overheat it, or it can melt through and come undone
How to do it: Melt tube ends briefly to seal them, avoiding overheating that melts through
Mistake it fixes: Overheating tube ends when finishing
Why it works: A brief melt seals the tube. Overheating weakens it and can cause the fly to come apart.
When it matters most: Tube fly tying, finishing