Re: [VFB] Old fart swap picture

Beautiful! On Wed, May 31, 2023 at 6:55 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail wrote: > Nice one Jack. > > On Thursday, 18 May 2023 at 13:52:24 UTC+1 Peggy Brenner wrote: > >> Beauty Jack! >> >> >> On Thu, May 18, 2023 at 1:14 AM Jack Harford wrote: >> >>> Here is my entry :D >>> >>> [image: image.png] >>> >>>

Re: [VFB] Dirty Bug Yarn

I got some from Dakota Angler in SD and was amazed as it looks, feels and is much like the tan Vintage DK yarn I buy by the skein at the local yarn shop. They also have a great light pink Vintage DK that makes fine flies as well. Glad someone is making it in smaller amounts than a 200 gm skein.

Re: [VFB] Thoughts and prayers wanted/needed

You have my prayers for you and your family. I am sorry you are so ill but you are on the drugs I think are most effective in controlling this virus. Hoping for peace and health for you and yours. On Fri, Oct 30, 2020 at 2:01 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks:

Re: [VFB] Skin cancer

Praying that it is not a melanoma, but if it should turn out to be one, that he has wonderfully wide margins. Jyce On Tue, Sep 15, 2020 at 1:06 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I had to have two > more skin

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio

Thank you so much for this information. I shall continue to treasure my time with him. Joyce On Sat, Aug 15, 2020 at 8:00 AM Allan Fish wrote: > > > > On Aug 15, 2020, at 9:55 AM, Peggy Brenner > wrote: > > > > > > Maybe next year for Sowbug we should all meet there for a moment of >

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Tony Spezio

Prayers for both he and Dot continue as well as for Alan Fish. I am fortunate to be able to think of Tony with special vibes every time I fish the rod he made for me. On Thu, Jul 9, 2020 at 8:16 PM Michael Bliss wrote: > I will pray for him and give thanks that I have known him and called him

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio

I am so sorry to hear this news. Not surprised as he said he was in kidney failure. I am hoping Dot will be OK in the nursing home. I am fortunate to have one of his beautiful specialty rods. Joyce On Sun, Mar 15, 2020 at 5:01 PM Michael Bliss wrote: > Shoot. This is sad. I feel fortunate to

Re: [VFB] Health and weather

Good to hear from you. I await patterns for the new flies you tied. Joyce On Fri, Feb 14, 2020 at 11:26 PM Gary Webb wrote: > Good to hear you're getting healthier Chuck. I'm doing well, but > Susan has had some setbacks. I won't go into details. Just keep us in > your prayers as I know you

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed

Thanks for this update. Thoughts and prayers for Tony and Dot as well as Don O. Our age is not treating us gently. Joyce On Mon, Jan 6, 2020 at 4:15 AM 'Everett Hall' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Thanks for the update Allan. That was the major reason to go to Mountain >

Re: [VFB] Dot

Prayers continue. However, there is hope as slowly her brain is rewiring its connections, a good sign. Joyce On Sat, Dec 28, 2019 at 3:36 AM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. > Dot is trying to say some words but is

Re: [VFB] Update

Thanks for the update. I am hoping this will miraculously resolve. Joyce On Tue, Dec 10, 2019 at 5:24 PM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Update on my wife Dot, More than likely she had a stroke. She is still > pretty well unresponsive. She will be going to a

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed

I am so sorry. Prayers. Joyce On Mon, Dec 9, 2019 at 3:02 PM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Prayers needed, > My wife Dot is in the hospital. She has been unresponsive for a couple of > days. > Arkansas Tony > > -- > -- > You received this message because

Re: [VFB] Espresso Midge

http://www.fullingmill.com/Products-US/Tactical-Flies-Nymph-US/Espresso-Midge-Black-Barbless-S16-US Here is the picture. I think I'd tie it on a 16 down eye jig hook, tungsten, or not, maybe just a plain glass copper bead. Dark brown thread, tie in thin ribs of silver wire (i'd use silver mylar)

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed myself

Chuck, prayers for you. Just know that with a walking pneumonia, it usually takes almost a month for your lungs to heal enough so you quit the hacking. Suggest your doctor gives you a codeine cough medicine. So sorry you are so ill. Joyce On Tue, Nov 19, 2019 at 2:15 PM Phxflytyer wrote: > We

Re: [VFB] Prayers Need

Prayers will continue. Joyce On Mon, Nov 18, 2019 at 10:09 AM haerbob3 wrote: > Thanks > > > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > > Original message > From: Chuck Alexander > Date: 11/18/19 11:52 AM (GMT-05:00) > To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > Subject: RE:

Re: [VFB] DonO update 05 Aug 2019

Thank you for the update. Constant pain is so difficult. I feel for him. Joyce On Mon, Aug 5, 2019 at 11:18 AM Neville Gosling wrote: > Dear Fellow VFB’ers > > Traded a couple of texts with DonO this morning and here is his response. > It must be very tough to be in almost constant pain. He

Re: [VFB] From Rene

Oh so glad to hear this. Prayers continue. Joyce On Thu, Jul 25, 2019 at 2:31 PM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > today we got great news. Anna had a visit from the head physician (he is > reporting on a regular basis), and he is very satisfied how the 2 girls are

Re: [VFB] Prayers welcome

Prayers for all three indeed. They are having excellent care which should give you some comfort. Joyce On Sat, Jul 20, 2019 at 12:44 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Rene: I'll keep them all in my thoughts and prayers. Ppl are surprised to > learn how preemie that

Re: [VFB] Flex Seal ???

I have used Flex seal on broken or cracking unfired bricks and so far it has held up well in constant sun and rain for the past 2 years. Don't know how it would do on a boat, but so far have been very happy with the way it has held up. Joyce On Wed, Mar 27, 2019 at 11:22 PM Chuck Alexander <

Re: [VFB] Pink Squirrel swap update 3/15

So sorry to hear of your pains, both of you. Life can be a bummer at times. I feel your pain and worry for both of you. Joyce On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 9:41 AM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Thanks Gary really wold like to have you make it but family comes

Re: [VFB] Poor Tony

So sorry to hear this. Bummer. I shall pray for a rapid recovery. Joyce On Sat, Mar 9, 2019 at 7:26 AM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > > Still in the hospital. Day 10. Having more problems. > Tony > On Friday, March 8, 2019, 7:41:47 PM CST, Allan Fish >

Re: [VFB] wally wing tool

Just ordered the Daniel Williams spleisnadel.. I received a message from Jan who said that his contact is ii...@finestflyfishing.de and if a bunch of us want to order them, we could possibly do so as a group and thus save shipping costs. THe cost is 21.58 Euro or 25.00 US. I will let you know how

Re: [VFB] wally wing tool

The needle has a hook on one side that grabs the side of the thread and pulls it apart. He mentioned that one could feel the tiny hook with their finger. I have asked, in German, where one can buy such a device. The video did not say where one could obtain it. I use a common sewing machine

Re: [VFB] Pink Squirrel Nymph Swap-Swp info- one extra?

Sure, it is as easy to do 19 as 18. Joyce On Sat, Jan 26, 2019 at 5:02 PM DonO wrote: > Hi Tony, nice to hear from you. I figured you were busy with health > issues and silent because you didn’t need another swap to stress you out. > So sorry about that. Thanks for the info and for being

Re: [VFB] off the vice the last few days

These are great flies. I like the leggy one. Both will work well for me on the Provo Thanks for sharing. Joyce On Tue, Dec 4, 2018 at 2:08 PM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > A few warmwater flies. > > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

Nice ties. Thanks for sharing. On Tue, Nov 27, 2018 at 11:26 AM Jack Harford wrote: > Wet flies with peacock, turkey, and soft hackle  > > On Tue, Nov 27, 2018, 12:06 PM Rene Zillmann wrote: > >> Pete, >> >> nice ty. I've fished a lot of Klimnkhammer in the past,maybe I do some >> more for

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

, Nov 25, 2018 at 9:43 PM Michael Bliss wrote: > Joyce, if you try it on the Provo and it works well let me know. > > Mike > > On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 3:10 PM Joyce M Westphal > wrote: > >> That should be Roag Hog for Loch Roag. If I have done it correctly, here >&g

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

;> -Pete >> >> On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 2:43 PM Phxflytyer wrote: >> >>> Joyce: >>> >>> Would you be able to post a picture of that fly. I do not get the >>> Flyfishing & Tying mag.? >>> >>> >>> Sent from my iPad &g

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

Nice fly. I often use Aunt Lydia's rug yarn, single strand as a post. Currently finishing up so Road Hog flies, but need to find some more dark deer hair. These flies were in the Flyfishing and Tying journal and I think will work well on the Provo. On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 10:48 AM Rene Zillmann

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

Thanks. That Dr. Mike sounds like a winner fly. Joyce On Sat, Nov 3, 2018 at 9:35 AM J Balmer wrote: > Mostly tie what I need to replace for the year, unless there’s a swap or > two. Coupla three musky & smallmouth streamers too. > > > > J > > > > *From:* 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail > *Sent:*

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

Need to know the pattern for Dr. Mikes. Currently tying my variation of Carson/Corrib flies. Joyce On Fri, Nov 2, 2018 at 3:15 PM Allan Fish wrote: > Rene, > > I'm going to sort through many years of fly swaps and see if even need > to tie anything. :-) > > My winter projects are doing some

Re: [VFB] Great news

So good you are home, Tony, Give yourself time to heal and gain strength. Prayers for you continue. Joyce On Sun, Oct 7, 2018 at 5:11 PM Phxflytyer wrote: > Good to hear from you Tony. Just hang in there. Things will get better. > > > Sent from my iPad > > Thank You, > Alan Di Somma > Mesa,

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio update

So good to hear. Then he can get busy finishing the bamboo rod he had underway before his health problems. Joyce On Tue, Sep 25, 2018 at 1:44 PM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Good to hear. > > Rick > > > -- > *From:* 'Everett

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio update

I am so sorry, but know his life is more important to us and him. Praying for him and that he will quickly get a prosthesis and rehab. Do you have a current address? Thanks. Joyce On Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 8:46 AM J Balmer wrote: > So sad to hear, but glad he’s otherwise ok. > > > > J > > > > >

Re: [VFB] new mouse - Percy

Fantastic mouse. I couldn't do it with good eyes and two hands. Joyce On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 8:18 AM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Glad to hear this. You still do better deer hair than I do. > Rick > > > -- > *From:* DonO > *To:*

Re: [VFB] Bad news and Great news.

So glad that Tony only lost his toe. Prayers for him continue. Joyce On Tue, Jul 31, 2018 at 3:02 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > Yes, much better. My father was shot by the rear gunner of a German bomber > in North Africa during WWII. One bullet hit him the the foot and the > second bullet

Re: [VFB] Update

So sorry to hear t his, but hoping that you will be fitted with a prosthesis as soon as possible. Prayers my friend. On Sat, Jul 21, 2018 at 7:10 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > My daddy lost his left foot in a motorcycle, but once they got him the > correct

Re: [VFB] Joyce

sized park like area > and the one just a little north of that, looked like there was a small > water fall or a drop off? > > > Sent from my iPad > > Thank You, > Alan Di Somma > Mesa, Az. > > Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. > > > > On Jun

Re: [VFB] Joyce

fun to make only once. > > > > On Jun 6, 2018, at 7:07 PM, Joyce M Westphal wrote: > > Go straight up Provo Canyon. Take Center street to University Avenue, > turn left, stay in the right hand lane and you will have the canyon to > yourself. Be sure to get an out of state fis

Re: [VFB] Joyce

Go straight up Provo Canyon. Take Center street to University Avenue, turn left, stay in the right hand lane and you will have the canyon to yourself. Be sure to get an out of state fishing license. Have a great time. Sow bugs, nymphs, any dry seems to work. Joyce On Wed, Jun 6, 2018 at 10:54

Re: [VFB] PRogress from Don Ordes

Don, sounds to me that you are making amazing progress. Prayers and thoughts of all the best for you. I was so glad to see your email and hope I will continue to hear updates on how you are doing. Glad your home sold quickly and you are now in a great new one. Keep working on regaining your

Re: [VFB] Don Ordes

thank you for the update. Loved the bugger swap flies. Joyce On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 4:10 PM, Phxflytyer wrote: > I had a nice long conversation with Don Saturday evening. > He was much more talkative and his speech was much clearer. He is still > is having an issue with

Re: [VFB] Don Ordes

So glad for the update. Bummer that he has to learn to use his hands to tie again. I am hoping for a full recovery. I know that it takes a good deal of time for this to happen. He continues in my prayers. Joyce On Tue, May 1, 2018 at 12:05 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: >

Re: [VFB] Don Ordes

need his email address. The old one I had just returned a not. Thanks Joyce On Sun, Apr 22, 2018 at 8:30 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > So did I…Neville > > On Apr 22, 2018, at 7:00 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > > > > It would be great if anyone could

Re: [VFB] Off topic

Wonderful. You are a great couple. On Mon, Dec 25, 2017 at 1:37 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > Congratulations Tony & Dot - 67 years is quite an achievement. Well Done! > > Neville (Nev) Gosling > Greater Vancouver > BC. Canada > > > > Dot and I celebrated out 67th wedding

Re: [VFB] bugger

Very nice. Should work very well. On Fri, Sep 15, 2017 at 2:44 PM, J Balmer wrote: > Here's what I just threw together... > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" > group. > > To post to this group, send email to

Re: [VFB] Charlie Spezio update

Oh so good to learn. Prayers continue for his progress and healing. On Mon, Aug 14, 2017 at 3:07 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > GREAT news a.f. > > From Robert Spezio's Facebook page: > > Robert Spezio >

Re: [VFB] SPEZIO UPDATE

Wonderful. Prayers for complete recovery continue. Joyce On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 2:08 PM, J Balmer wrote: > Beauty! Glad things are going better for him and the family. > > > > J > > > > *From:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] *On > Behalf Of

Re: [VFB] Another note

So good to have this update. Prayers continue. On Sat, Jul 22, 2017 at 12:16 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > Another facebook post from Bob Spezio: > > "I just was in with Charlie. he is moving around and shook his head yes > when I asked him if he know me. With the meds he is

Re: [VFB] Tony & Dot

I am so sorry. Thanks for letting me know. Joyce On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 6:24 PM, ladyflytyer wrote: > Just a quick note to let everyone know that Tony have lost a Grand > daughter. > > Peggy B > > Lee Vining, CA > > > > Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Tab® S > > -- > -- >

Re: [VFB] Thanks for the thoughts and prayers

So glad to hear. Glad you had them removed, however, as now they won't be on your mind haggling you any longer. Joyce On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 4:35 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: I appreciate the thoughts and prayers about the “lesions” I had to > have

Re: [VFB] Substitute for Tiemco 2499SP-BL?

of cutters for small upright dry wings, you can use that wing cutter to do the medallion sheeting wing pads..works really well and you can knock out several dozen in very little time. On Mon, May 29, 2017 at 8:50 AM, Joyce M Westphal <joyce...@gmail.com> wrote: > I tie these on a Stealth

Re: [VFB] Substitute for Tiemco 2499SP-BL?

I tie these on a Stealth C10 hook, 100 cost $25.99 so cost 25 cents apiece, and also on Mustad caddis hooks, cheaper, and find no difference in fishability or catching quality. I do crush the barbs. You can find them here: http://www.stealth.fish/products/100packs/. I think that the black

Re: [VFB] Big Fly

That is wonderful flytying and great flies. Thanks for sharing. Joyce On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 2:07 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > It is not as old as I am and not falling apart like me. LOL > Tony > > On Wed,

Re: [VFB] SWAPS both sent out today

Beautiful streamers arrived today. What exquisite tying. Thanks to Peggy and all who took part. Joyce On Mon, Apr 10, 2017 at 5:32 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Yes I did, will get them posted before we head out. > > Peggy > > On Mon, Apr 10, 2017 at 6:30 PM, Jack Harford

Re: [VFB] Intruducing Stella Jean Haywood

Beautiful grand daughter.. Joyce On Tue, Mar 28, 2017 at 4:43 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: My fifth grand child, the soo beautiful (as are > all my grand kids LOL.. I know, I know, I’m prejudiced) Stella Jean Haywood > was born at 2:01

Re: [VFB] Test messdage

These hospital visits must come to an end. Bummer that you are on such first name basis with the hospital staff. Wishing you a complete recovery. joyce On Wed, Jan 25, 2017 at 4:17 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Nurses know me by my first name. >

Re: [VFB] Chico's footprints.

How wonderful to have this wonderful remembrance of your dear Chico. You have a great vet. Joyce On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 3:57 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > We had to put two of ours down in a number of years, we passed on the > third one. Just could not

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

gr...@gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> These Lively Legz are meant for nymphs, I believe, not hoppers, with all >>> due respect. Perhaps we're speaking of two different products / leg types? >>> http://livelylegz.com/collections/lively-legz shows what they look >

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

me sheets of silicon. I have the > foam sheets and now to get the cutters. Have you fished hoppers much in > Utah? I have only had limited success. > > Mike > > On Mon, Nov 28, 2016 at 3:48 AM, Joyce M Westphal <joyce...@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> I use the 2 mm foam sh

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

est where do > you get the sheets? > > Mike > > On Sun, Nov 27, 2016 at 7:37 AM, Joyce M Westphal <joyce...@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> These are great. If you wish to create your own, you can get leg cutters >> that work extremely well here. http://riverroadc

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

These are great. If you wish to create your own, you can get leg cutters that work extremely well here. http://riverroadcreations.com/HopperLegs.htm J A complete set costs $39.95 and you can use whatever foam color, touched up with Permapen you wish. Or, as Pete says, you can buy them from Lively

Re: [VFB] Had to put one of our dogs down today.

So sorry for your loss, but you did the right thing for your faithful friend. Glad you didn't put him through more suffering. I hope you will be comforted by your good memories. I am convinced that our beloved animals are awaiting us when we, too, have passed. Joyce On Wed, Nov 23, 2016 at 3:37

Re: [VFB] Thanksgiving.

I am counting blessings, including having fishing friends like those here. May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Joye On Wed, Nov 23, 2016 at 7:48 AM, Jack Harford wrote: > May your Thanksgivings be filled with family, friends, peace and love. > > God Bless, > Jack

Re: [VFB] Streamer swap 10/20 UPDATE

Count me in. I'd rather have done dry flies, but as that is full, I will do a streamer. Don't know which one it will be. Joyce On Thu, Oct 20, 2016 at 1:43 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Let's also have a streamer swap, open pattern of tyers choice, flies due > February 15,

Re: [VFB] re: Whiting hackle bad colors

> What he got was way of colour and when he contacted them the person who >> runs the company was what can only be described has nasty so I won't deal >> with them. Personally I also like to only buy hackle I can see and examine >> my self. >> >> Ashley >>

Re: [VFB] re: Whiting hackle bad colors

r. I couldn't praise him more, and will be back as soon as I > save up (admittedly will be a while) for another cape-and-free-saddle combo. > Just my 2 cents worth, I'm sure there are plenty of other fine hackle > suppliers out there but Collins is my new personal favorite. > -Pete > >

Re: [VFB] re: Whiting hackle bad colors

tie for me, two or three friends & the occasional > swap) I only buy what I can hold in my hand or from people I truly trust. > > > > J > > > > *From:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] *On > Behalf Of *Joyce M Westphal >

[VFB] re: Whiting hackle bad colors

I just got an order of Whiting rooster saddles from Lakeland Flytying in the UK> These were to be black/claret dyed, fiery brown and lake olive. I was amazed at how bad the colors were. The black claret has no claret, just straight purple on the black. The fiery brown has no brown, rather a

Re: [VFB] Burgundy Thread

s, I'm sure it would be perfect, > but with my sandpaper mitts, and knowing what silk thread costs > *typically*, I'd prefer to not even try it. Just my preference, no > offense intended. > Thanks for the UTC suggestion, I'm going to pick up a spool and try it! > -Pete > > > >

Re: [VFB] Burgundy Thread

Pete, have you tried UTC ultra in 70 denier in wine? It is awesome IMHO, lies flat and makes a wonderful body, comes in 70 and 140 and 210 denier. I buy it at the local fly shop. You might also like silk which comes in color 312 and can be found at Superior Threads (St. George, UT) and available

Re: [VFB] Suggestions for PFD?

check out http://www.cabelas.com. They may have exactly what you want and they have good quality. My PFD (since I don't swim) is a CO2 one, but that would not be appropriate for you. Joyce On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 3:39 AM, Pete Gramp wrote: > So here's the deal. I have

Re: [VFB] Nor Vise help

gt; sounds like it takes a little while to get a working skill set for the Nor > vise system. > > Wayne > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > <http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> > > ------ > * From: * Joyce M We

Re: [VFB] Nor Vise help

Some hints: as to the bobbin, be sure that you wrap the thread around the one leg of the bobbin and then through the spigot. It will not work correctly if this is not done. As you pull on the thread, it should give back pressure as you pull it out. If it doesn't, simply take the spool out of the

Re: [VFB] RE:Nor Vise

It is a good deal. There is a saying, that it takes 100 times of a new experience to have it conquered.. Start with simple flies, like gold ribbed hare's ears, Czech nymphs, and then work on to salt water flies that you usually tie. Every fly, think, how can I make this vise work for me and how

Re: [VFB] RE:Norvise jaws

and he said the old springs were breaking and they > modified the bobbins to eliminate the problem. > I prefer the older bobbins. > Tony. > > > On Saturday, May 7, 2016 10:31 AM, Joyce M Westphal <joyce...@gmail.com> > wrote: > > > I do have the smaller set, bu

Re: [VFB] RE:Norvise jaws

es. > > Mike > > On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 4:50 PM, Joyce M Westphal <joyce...@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> I have the standard set of jaws, never needed the smaller or bigger set >> and I tie 22-24s and big 2/0s for salmon. These jaws hold everything well. >> Joyce

Re: [VFB] RE:Norvise jaws

I have the standard set of jaws, never needed the smaller or bigger set and I tie 22-24s and big 2/0s for salmon. These jaws hold everything well. Joyce On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 3:31 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > > > If you contact Norm direct, tell him you know me. > > Tony >

Re: [VFB] RE:Nor vise models

Mine is an older version. The newer one has a little handle on the left side so you can spin it faster. I don't ever use that. Mine must be at least 12 years old, has a lifetime warranty, and I've sent it back to Norm for an update once, all at no charge. Be sure you get either the Norlander

Re: [VFB] New fly for the Keys trip

I think your fly will be a winner. Nicely tied. Joyce On Sat, Apr 30, 2016 at 12:08 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > Thanks, Alan, > > It’s definitely not a departure fly from standard techniques, and it does > look like it would be a good crawfish pattern. > I just wanted something

Re: [VFB] Thinking of buying myself something to clear me up

Check out the videos here. I love my Norvise. Joyce https://norvise.com/videos/ On Sat, Apr 30, 2016 at 12:13 PM, 'Wayne Blake-Hedges' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hi DonO; > > Something I'd like to have but don't necessarily need. > Seriously considering a Norvise.

Re: [VFB] Thinking of buying myself something to clear me up

You don't need the dubbing kit. All you need to do the very same thing is two wire tooth kitty brushing brushes available in any pet store. Use them like wool cards against each other, wire teeth to wire teeth, with the bits of yarn and sparkle in between, and for about $10.00 you have your

Re: [VFB] Thinking of buying myself something to clear me up

Look at the Faruk Ekich bobbin. I like it and the Norbobbin, each having advantages. Norbobbin is automatic but you do have to remember to put a clamp on the thread or hang it or the thread sucks in. The Ekich bobbin has the big advantage of accepting spools just as they come from the store, no

Re: [VFB] update

I am so sorry to hear this. A set back for sure. Prayers for a quick recovery. Joyce On Mon, Apr 25, 2016 at 6:28 PM, 'Wayne Blake-Hedges' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Well, not real good situation, infection was all the way to my insert and > doc had to remove it. Looks

Re: [VFB] Thread Colors

olive dun, red, black, yellow, purple and flr. orange. Joyce On Mon, Apr 25, 2016 at 2:52 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I use Black, Florescent Orange, Olive, Chartreuse, Brown and Red. > Arkansas Tony, > > > On Monday, April 25, 2016 3:07 PM, J Balmer

Re: [VFB] Re: Tony the birthday boy

Have a wonderful birthday..older is better than dead I think. Joyce On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 8:23 AM, Scott Bearden wrote: > Happy birthday Tony! > > On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 10:08 AM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < > vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Thanks Wayne, I

Re: [VFB] Leasing a truck/Off Topic

If it sounds to be too good to be true, it is. My Sister and hubby did a lease once, NEVER again. You still have to pay off the vehicle at the end of the lease, it does not just become yours automatically if you do not do that. You still l have to insure it, and at the end of the lease, if you

Re: [VFB] TEST Please

Oh Jimmy, what a hard diagnosis. However, there are medications that can help to reduce symptoms. Glad you have a good doctor. I shall pray for you as well. Joyce On Thu, Dec 17, 2015 at 11:27 AM, Jimmy D. Moore wrote: > Have form of Parkinsons. <<< > > JIM > > -- > >

Re: [VFB] Compact portable bobbin rest

Very creative, cheap, and readily available. Joyce On Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 4:22 PM, Jack Harford wrote: > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" > group. > > To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > To

Re: [VFB] Just curious - Looking for a Fly Tyer article

Scanned and sent, but I am not happy with the way my scanner did on the last page, so perhaps someone else could scan and send that page to Pete. Let me know, Pete, if you were able to get them OK> JOyce On Tue, Nov 10, 2015 at 11:15 AM, Phxflytyer wrote: > Pete; > > I have

Re: Woodturning; was: [VFB] OFF TOPIC in the fishing groups Question???

Knitting bowls are also a good bet. Check out Etsy for some really nice turned ones. Joyce On Wed, Nov 4, 2015 at 11:30 PM, Henk Verhaar wrote: > On woodturning > > On 05/11/15 00:10, Chuck Alexander wrote: > > Folks: I recently got a new wood lathe from my wife

Re: [VFB] Re: Flies l am working on with pics

Awesome flies. I love them all. Thanks for sharing. Joyce On Tue, Oct 6, 2015 at 11:29 AM, Jack Harford wrote: > On Oct 6, 2015 1:08 PM, "Jack Harford" wrote: > > Here are a couple of flies going thru the creativity process :) > > -- > -- >

Re: [VFB] Test 2

loud and clear in Utah. Joyce On Thu, Sep 17, 2015 at 2:06 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > ISP connection test > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" > group. > > To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > To

Re: [VFB] Phone call

How neat that is. One of the neatest things about the flyfishing/tying joy is that of old friends. Joyce On Wed, Aug 5, 2015 at 1:55 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail vfb-mail@googlegroups.com wrote: I had a surprise call this morning from Fishy Fullum. We talked for about an hour. He is

Re: [VFB] JFTD

Loved your joke Allan. Joyce On Tue, Aug 4, 2015 at 2:20 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: While waiting for Jimmy D to get his pump primed, here's a joke for today. af -- Forwarded Message Subject: Wrapping Paper Cowboy This is so

Re: [VFB] Ruby River Fiberglass Fly Rods

One thing is for sure, there will be no purchases from this site for me as long as Niclas is blacklisted and as long as his fly is not acknowledged. Joyce On Wed, Jul 29, 2015 at 5:04 PM, Neville Gosling nev.gosl...@shaw.ca wrote: If you look closely at this advertisement, you will see that CGO

Re: [VFB] Village Wheen fire,

Ho On Sun, Jul 19, 2015 at 8:47 AM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail vfb-mail@googlegroups.com wrote: The Village Wheel where we had get togethers for Sowbug and the FFF Conclave had a fire day before yesterday. Burned out the inside with some damage that can be seen from the outside. Looks

Re: [VFB] Village Wheen fire,

How sad to learn of this fire. I am hoping they will be able to quickly rebuild. Joyce On Sun, Jul 19, 2015 at 3:44 PM, Joyce M Westphal joyce...@gmail.com wrote: Ho On Sun, Jul 19, 2015 at 8:47 AM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail vfb-mail@googlegroups.com wrote: The Village Wheel where we

Re: [VFB] Update on Allan Fish (subject was update on Jimmy Moore)

What a wonderful, though painful, experience. I am jealous! Joyce On Mon, Jun 15, 2015 at 2:24 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: On 6/9/15 5:10 PM, Bob Hendry wrote: Oh no you don't! Now that you've publicly mentioned an injured right arm, ya gotta tell us all . . . Okay Bob.

Re: [VFB] vfb working ??

Rain here as well, but we are so glad as we are so behind in the amount of water we need just to get through the summer. Joyce On Sat, May 23, 2015 at 9:32 AM, ray...@earthlink.net wrote: Thanks, Nev. All it's done for last two weeks here is RAIN !! JIM -- -- You received this message

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