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A new way
I tend to get in ruts and stay there.Mostly,I think, because I believe in the old adage "If it ain't broke,don't fix it."
For quite some time I thought I had all the fly tying things I needed and didn't pay attention to new stuff.The other day I came across this video on a bobbin and thought I should get one for several reasons. One being that I've gotten back into fly tying again and two being that I use a fly tying bobbin to put the guides on bamboo rods with silk thread instead of using a rod wrapper.
So my question for you guys is: Are any of you using this bobbin and is it worth getting one.
All comments appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
Will
http://moldychum.vodspot.tv/
Check out the video on the Ekich Automatic Bobbin
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Re: A new way
will - that bobbin has intrigued me ever since it came on the scene. a beautiful design no doubt.
the price of the bobbin is prohibitive though. no way I can rationalize buying it.
and fwiw, I also wrap guides w/ a bobbin. it just works for me. far better than any tensioning device I've encountered or fashioned. nice to know that I'm not the only one.
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Parr
Re: A new way
I've always wanted one as well but like Mikey can't afford one when standard ones seem to do the job just fine as well.
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Alevin
Re: A new way
I am in the same boat with you guys. I got to tie with one at a FFF event and really enjoyed it, but not for a $100. I have since seen it as low as $80, but until they get below the $50 mark, I won't even think about it. I thought I was getting crazy when I paid $22 for a Rite Bobbin. I like those for tying my deer hair flies, it gives me a little more grip when flaring the hair. Can do the same with any bobbin, but fits my hand better.
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Parr
Re: A new way
I really like renzetti bobbins and they go for about 20 bucks a piece. I'd rather buy 5 more of those then the Ekich
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Fry
Re: A new way
Originally Posted by
Kollman
I am in the same boat with you guys. I got to tie with one at a FFF event and really enjoyed it, but not for a $100. I have since seen it as low as $80, but until they get below the $50 mark, I won't even think about it. I thought I was getting crazy when I paid $22 for a Rite Bobbin. I like those for tying my deer hair flies, it gives me a little more grip when flaring the hair. Can do the same with any bobbin, but fits my hand better.
I thought I was buying a wonderful thing when I bought a Timeco bobbin for $45 - it has been a problem which eventually came right, but have seen better bobbins for the same price if not a $1 cheaper in some cases. But I'm with you Kollman, I could not justify paying such a large amount for one.
Jeanne
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Re: A new way
Thanks for the comments guys. The video didn't mention the price nor could I find it on the website.I posted the question before doing any other research on the bobbin.Had I known that they were $100 :shock: I wouldn't even have bothered.That's rediculous for a bobbin.I thought that they would probably be a little pricey but it sure ain't justified in my book. :crazy:
Will
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Alevin
Re: A new way
Will,
I bought a Nor-vise a few years ago and the bobbin that comes with it is not bad. I don't know how the Ekich Bobbin stacks up to the $50 bobbin from Nor-vise but here's link. He comes to shows around the country so if you can find one where he's going to be you can check it out for yourself. The $50 kit comes with 3 extra spools.
http://www.nor-vise.com
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Re: A new way
Thanks Rick, I'll check that one out.
Will
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gosh - since it's only $50 you can get two!
not me though.
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