Counter-wrap wire opposite the body wrap so a single broken fibre does not unravel the body
Counter-wrap wire opposite the body wrap so a single broken fibre does not unravel the body
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: Counter-wrap wire opposite the body wrap so a single broken fibre does not unravel the body
How to do it: Wrap wire opposite to the body direction, so one broken fibre does not unravel the whole body
Mistake it fixes: Wrapping wire in the same direction as the body
Why it works: Counter-wrapping locks each body turn independently. If one fibre breaks, the rest stay in place.
When it matters most: Fly tying, nymphs