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I am an avid fisherman and fly tyer for many years. I have fished more great waters and caught more beautiful fish with better friends than I deserve. I love sharing my knowledge and hope that it will help others to enjoy fishing as much as I do.
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The Snowbee Waldron is an elite true rotary fly tying vise, the cooperative product of Snowbee Manufacturing in England, and Legendary designer Lawrence Waldron, best know for the LAW vise. This review evaluates the design and performance of the Snow Waldron vise.
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Product review of the HMH Spartan fly tying vise. HMH offers the finest traditional (non-rotary) vises in the world. Is this the vise for you? Read this detailed review to find out.
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