Can sewing thread be used for fly tying?

Consider the cheap and ubiquitous, humble sewing thread. It’s thick (as far as fly tying threads go), bulky, it won’t lay flat, it’s got a rough texture and using it can help you become a better fly dresser. Because of these features, it forces you to be more cognizant of every single wrap you make.

What fly tying thread is the best?

Three basic thread types dominate the fly tying market. Nylon, Polyester and Kevlar are the most used threads by today’s tiers. Silk or newer gel spun polyethylene (GSP) is also available if one looks hard enough. Nylon and polyester are cheap, thin and strong, making them ideal for tiers.

What is the thinnest fly tying thread?

Size 8/0
Size 8/0 is usually the thinnest thread available; we select this thread for tying midges, dry flies, and small nymphs.

Why use waxed thread fly tying?

Tying thread comes waxed or unwaxed. I prefer waxed thread because it gives me a better hold on the material, makes it easier to dub, lubricates the thread, and helps prevent fraying. The wax also bonds to itself, which keeps thread layers from slipping.

Is fly tying thread different than sewing thread?

Because sewing thread is a lot thicker than most fly tying thread, it allows you to build up a body a lot faster. If you’ve ever tried to build a thick body with 8/0, you know what I’m talking about. And, sewing thread is almost like a little rope of dubbing so it looks buggy too.

Can I use polyester thread for fly tying?

Most fly-tying threads are made of nylon or polyester. Polyester is slightly heavier than nylon and has a higher denier for a length of the same diameter. Polyester is also a bit stronger.

Does fly tying save money?

The expected answer is, “You will save money.” After all, the materials for a $2 fly may amount to 20 cents. You may not begin saving money until you tie your three-hundredth fly! So, unless you tie a high volume of flies, it might be as cost effective to buy flies at your local fly shop.

What does 70 denier thread mean?

Denier is defined as the weight in grammes of 9000 meters of polyester, nylon or rayon threads. There is also now for most threads a correlation between the breaking strain on most threads for examply typically a 70 denier thread will be stronger than a 30 denier thread.

What is 210 denier thread?

UTC 210 Denier Ultra Thread is an excellent deer hair spinning fly tying thread. UTC 210 Denier Ultra Thread has a breaking strength of approximately #3 and is recommended for tying on hook sizes #8 to #1/0.

What size is 70 denier?

Size – The textile industry standard for measuring thread is referred to as a denier. Denier is the measured mass in grams of 9,000 meters of thread. For example, if the mass of thread is 70 grams, it is considered a 70 denier thread.

Is tying flies cheaper than buying them?

You may not begin saving money until you tie your three-hundredth fly! So, unless you tie a high volume of flies, it might be as cost effective to buy flies at your local fly shop.

What are the different sizes of fly tying thread?

Fly Tying Thread come in a massive range of sizes from 18/0 to 3/0 or 30 denier to 200 denier using more modern sizing. Black is a very popular colour along with Olive but their is a vast range of colours available of threads.

What kind of Biot do you use to tie a fly?

Shorter goose biots are popular choices for legs and tails on smaller flies and make excellent nymph, pupa and dry fly bodies. Turkey biots can also be used but due to their overall size are best suited for larger flies. Goose biots are typically separated or stripped from the leading edge of the flight feather.

What do you need for a fly tying kit?

Our selection of supplies for fly tying, materials for fly tying, fly tying kits, hackles for fly tying, and feathers for fly tying is Batman crazy — and so is our selection of fly tying threads and tinsels. Go crazy with us.

What kind of thread do you use to tie trout?

The Caddis Fly Shop offers an unsurpassed array of fly tying thread, tinsel, floss & wire you need to tie trout, steelhead, salmon, bass, and saltwater flies.

Can sewing thread be used for fly tying? Consider the cheap and ubiquitous, humble sewing thread. It’s thick (as far as fly tying threads go), bulky, it won’t lay flat, it’s got a rough texture and using it can help you become a better fly dresser. Because of these features, it forces you to be…