Jimmy, There is a book, I think called "Wayne Moore's Fly Tying Notes". In it he describes how to make a bobbin like you are talking about. It has pretty good plans if I remember right. I will try to find it tonight. I am also planning on making some similar bobbins and think I might try hypodermic needles for the tubes. I can get long ones, cut off the ends and polish them and also have a good selection of diameters. I talked to Tom Schmuecker, the owner of Wapsi, at the Southern Council Conclave last fall because he used to manufacture bobbins like these to make some extra money when he was still farming! He gave me some tips on making them. P.S. I would also be interested in a signed copy of your book. Bruce Whittle ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jimmy D. Moore" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2004 5:23 PM Subject: Re: [VFB] Gadgets / Tools
> I'm designing my on bobbin. I haven't drawn the plans yet, but have them > in my head. (probably won't even bother drawing them). I really hate > the store bought ones. When I'm done the part that holds the spool will > fit into the palm of my hand and will be made out of a wood like Walnut > or Mahogany, or some other dark hardwood. It'll be similar to the old > bobbins for spinning wheels, like we see in antique shops. Tall task, > but I'm a woodworker and I think I can get it done. When finished, > which will be long after Sow Bug, I'll let all know and can send a pic > of it off list to those who want to see it. > > JIMMY D
