Trim the gill tuft slightly wider than the bead, and seal it with UV glue
Trim the gill tuft slightly wider than the bead, and seal it with UV glue
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 the gill tuft slightly wider than the bead, and seal it with UV glue
How to do it: Trim gill tufts slightly wider than the bead and seal with UV glue
Mistake it fixes: Leaving gill tufts untrimmed and unsealed
Why it works: Trimming to bead width gives proportion. UV glue seals and protects the tuft.
When it matters most: Fly tying, gills