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Hastings Fly Fishers

A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.

Hastings Fly Fishers

A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.

Dumbbell Eyes Test

  • Julian TappingJulian Tapping
  • August 9, 2018
  • Fly Tying Secrets
Home Fly Tying Fly Tying Secrets Dumbbell Eyes Test
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This video tests the location of dumbbell eyes tied on flies. I test under and over the hook shank with several conditions including a water test. This video might help beginning fly tiers understand the effect dumbbell eyes have on a fly depending on tie in location.

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