Pre-waxed thread prevents fraying and makes materials easier to hold. Unwaxed thread may be preferred for certain applications or by tyers who prefer to apply their own wax.
In fly dressing, wax, often dubbing wax, is used to help materials like dubbing and thread adhere to each other.
Fly dressing involves a variety of specialized tools, each designed to perform specific tasks. Here’s a breakdown of essential fly dressing tools and their purposes:
Pre-waxed thread prevents fraying and makes materials easier to hold. Unwaxed thread may be preferred for certain applications or by tyers who prefer to apply their own wax.
In fly dressing, wax, often dubbing wax, is used to help materials like dubbing and thread adhere to each other.
Fly dressing involves a variety of specialized tools, each designed to perform specific tasks. Here’s a breakdown of essential fly dressing tools and their purposes:
