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Trim the bottom even and push the fibres together to secure the shape

Trim the bottom even and push the fibres together to secure the shape

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  • Topic: Fly selection and tying
  • Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
  • Species: Trout
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  • Skill level: Beginner

Tip

Tip: Trim the bottom even and push the fibres together to secure the shape

How to do it: Trim egg bottoms even and push fibres together to secure shape

Mistake it fixes: Leaving egg bottoms uneven and loose

Why it works: Even bottoms with pushed-together fibres give a secure, round egg shape.

When it matters most: Fly tying, egg patterns

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