Deb, Never did understand those fanatical flytier types. I try to stick with standard flies on standard hooks.
DonO Now, Demento- that's a different story. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Deborah Duran" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2004 8:39 AM Subject: RE: [VFB] Hook wire? Rene Radencich covers the whole process of making exhibition hooks with Eugene Sunday (who passed away a short while ago). He was another very talented hook maker. It is in his book Tying the Classic Salmon Fly. It is just another layer of this fascinating hobby. Eugene in the chapter used Mustad 7/0 hooks and reworked them. I have found some articles that show the process working with wire. It really isn't that difficult but the heat at the end to re harden the hook needs to be even or you will create a weak spot. That is why my friend sends them out to another shop that has the proper equipment for it. He reworks a small quantity and send them out together to be treated. I have some very unique hooks from this process. Just makes the flies tied on them more special. If you don't have this book you should try to borrow it or get a copy for yourself. Radencich is really a little fanatical about his tying. I say that in a good way. :) I can admire that. Regards, Deb -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rene Zillmann Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2004 11:01 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [VFB] Hook wire? Interesting discussion, but,.... what is the basic process for hookmaking in this case? I mean, if I want to make my own hooks? Inquiring.... Rene Tim Trexler wrote: > Ed, > I've watched Ken make his hooks from needles, Just not heavy and long > enough. They are pretty neat, though! > > No, I'm not ready to build a forge or wire mill! Just want to make > some from scratch, including raising the barb, which is a lot easier > than you would think. > Cheers, > Tim > > Tim Trexler > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > www.salmonflyart.com > >> Ed Engelman >> >
