Re: [VFB] Perpetual Swap / to All Swappers

[DMurphy832]

Dan, I totally agree with Deb.  Don't be intimidated by comments, just continue to tie and join swaps.  You tie better flys than I did when I was a beginner.  Even today, my flys have a lot of need to improve as I don't possess the artistic hands of others.  My hands are large and not as steady as I'd like. I am a beginning fly tier. I thought that doing the occassional swap would help me to get better. But if this is the consensus of this group, I can see that my unworthy attempts are not welcome here.  It is great that some folks have a fly shop within walking distance of their house. The nearest one to me is a 250 mile round trip.  I just can't see the justification in making that drive just to be in a swap. The one thing I definitely would be offended by is for someone to buy flys for a swap.  It serves no purpose and does not allow for you to practice and obtain hints from your peers as to how you might improve.  Give me your best, even if you feel the fly is inadequet.  Over time, you will continue to improve and each time you catch a fish on one of YOUR flys it will give you a sense of pride.   Murf