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Post by jlibs on Apr 14, 2006 7:28:22 GMT -5
I have been using two types of boxes until just recently. I used the cheapo plastic boxes with dividers where I could stuff a number of flies in each compartment - not great while on a stream or in windy conditions. I also have the traditional foam boxes, but my flies end up getting unhooked and they end up just shaking around inside the box no matter how securely I hook them in there.
I just picked up a little fly box that clips to the outside of my jacket like a a tippet spool or floatant dispenser does. This box is magnetic. It seems great so far, but I'm concerned that it might make my hooks rust. The flies stay right where I put them and they are easy to see and pick up.
Does anyone have any experience with these magnetic boxes? I'm a poor quality fly tyer (although my junk flies catch fish), but I'd hate to ruin my investment.
What do you think?
JLIBS
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Post by jlibs on Apr 19, 2006 10:02:31 GMT -5
-Any thoughts on magentic boxes? I don't want to rust my hooks/investment.
JLIBS
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Post by FishinCane on Apr 19, 2006 13:31:35 GMT -5
I've not used these but I would be affraid that it would mash the hackle of a dry fly. Sounds like they would be ok for wets and nymphs.
You run the risk of rusting your hooks with any type of box.... I use the compartment type that claim they are water tight. One night I waded out too deep and water came up over the bottom of my vest where there were a few boxes. Didn't think anything of it until I went to get a fly a few days later. Boxes were full of moisture and about 100 flies were ruined....
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Post by Uplander on Apr 19, 2006 14:08:56 GMT -5
I don't use the clip or the magnetic boxes as they mash the hackle on my flies. A quality compartment box will not be watertight. In fact, it will be riddled with small drain holes so as to let water and moisture out, air circulate, and flies dry without rusting....
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Post by Mark Patenaude on Apr 19, 2006 14:10:07 GMT -5
I don't use magnetic boxes. I know guys who have and switched. When you put the flies away wet they lay sideways against the magnet and they dry out of shape.
I store all my flies in C&F boxes. Waterproof, they float and have inter-changeable inserts that come in a number of configurations for the various sizes and types of flies. They are on the expensive but are worth it and I like them.
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Post by FishinCane on Apr 19, 2006 15:27:01 GMT -5
Uplander,
The fly box I was refering to has no drain holes but a neoprene gasket around the box making it water tight. Didn't work as advertised....
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Post by jlibs on Apr 20, 2006 10:36:12 GMT -5
Thanks. This is helpful. I didn't even think of deforming my flies. I was most concerned with rust. For the ugly nymphs I make, it may not make a difference what happens to them. However, I can definitely see an issue with top water patters.
JLIBS
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Post by strbender on Apr 22, 2006 16:08:26 GMT -5
I use a C & F 12 row with flip page for all my nymphs, emergers, & sm dries. I plan to get a couple more for the bigger stuff. Like mark said they aren't cheap but they are well made.
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Post by yashuone on Dec 19, 2006 12:04:49 GMT -5
has anyone used the scientific angler system x boxes? i switched over to those exclusively (except one small shirt pocket magnetic foam box). the system x boxes have removable interchangeable inserts for all different types of flies from tiny dries to streamers and are waterproof. on top of that they make this big lunchbox sized case that the inserts can fit into for longer term storage of out of season flies or what have you. the last selling point is that they are competatively priced and you can purchase inserts without having to buy a whole new flybox. i have two boxes and about a half dozen inserts, i still haven't got the big insert holding storage box yet, maybe santa will bring it  |
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Post by Ray on Dec 19, 2006 17:46:53 GMT -5
The scientific angler system x boxes look nice. I think they may be in my future. As for rusting and deformed flies. When i'm done with a fly( at this point i'm real happy because i didn't get it caught in a tree) i put it on a piece of fleece on my vest and when i get home i dry them under very gentle warm air from an old hair dryer. I then will sharpen the hook and make sure the hackle or what not is all in tact and that the fly looks like it should. If it is not up to snuff i give it to my brother.
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Post by AgMD on Dec 19, 2006 18:46:17 GMT -5
Since I fish a lot of wets, nymphs and streamers I have started using leather fly wallets from H&H. Fleece inside and zipper arround 3 sides. One is for nymphs and wets another is for streamers. At least that is the way it starts out.
The wallets are soft and thin and ride well in a vest.
After many years I have come to the conclusion that I don't have to carry a whole seasons inventory with me all the time. My stock gets stored in cedar cigar boxes. I glue in strips of that cheap K-Mart blue foam sleeping pad. I put all the G.R. hares ears in one corner, sized 14 on one strip, sized 16 on another, etc. At least that is the way it starts out.
The cedar boxes repel any beasties that would lay eggs on the feathers. The boxes with the type/size flies I will be using go in the fishing duffel.
AgMD
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Post by FlyManDan on Apr 23, 2007 15:44:51 GMT -5
Just picked up a couple of these compartment fly boxes...The seller gave me a deal for purchasing two. Also purchased two with foam on one side from another seller. For a little over $20 combined it can't be beat comparing them to the price Wheatley charges for the same thing. Dan   |
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Post by jlibs on Apr 24, 2007 10:44:47 GMT -5
I'll take exactly what you have. How do I procure such items?
JLIBS
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Post by FlyManDan on Apr 24, 2007 11:59:55 GMT -5
Pm sent
Dan
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