"Tim J." wrote in message
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Mr. Opus McDopus typed:
I'm probably not the one who should start this thread, as I haven't
ever fished a swap fly that I have received. BTAIM, I'm curious if
any of the flyz I have tied have caught fish for others? I suspect
others might like to know the same, but I ain't postin' this thread
for them!
Tim J wrote:
I fish the flies sent to me, and hope others will fish mine. It's a way to
live vicariously through OP's experiences and "catch" some fish on waters
I may never see. I've caught many fish on the swap flies over the years,
including your Riffle Grizzly, which floats like a cork - even in fast
water.
TL,
Tim

Hi Op and Tim,
Hmm . . .apparently I don't have many left. I have some from Tim sent
separately, a few from an Adams swap, and flies from the swap where the
Riffle Grizzly appeared.
After I fondle swap flies a bit I seem to give them away to folks who don't
tie, but like to fly fish. . . . some youngsters and some 'ol farts. But
not to anyone. It usually doesn't take very long when I meet someone on a
river/stream . . .for me to determine. . .in my simple mind . . .if I think
they enjoy the outdoors . . .not just catching fish.
The thing that helps me with swap flies are the pics. I have a paper copy
folder that I use for reference. Very nice of folks to take the time to
post them. . .you know who you are.
Once I have touched the fly and looked it over I can get pretty close with
just the pic . . .heh . . .heh. . .the recipe doesn't hurt either.

For Op . . .send me your snail mail address. You mentioned in another
thread something about a tying vise. I may be able to assist. The cost is
high. You would owe me one fly.
BestWishes,
DaveMohnsen
Denver