I agree with Phil, I tie flies for cash, but I do do lots of other things too. I think at my busiest you could call me commercial but never "profesional". In a good year 10% of my income comes from flies.

As to who gives you that title, well anyone can pretend to be an expert in any field, however in this game you're only as good as your reputation and I'm sure anyone who claims to be professional but doesn't have the output of Phil or other top names will soon be found out.

And if you think making a living form fly fishing is easy..he he he he,
I sold over £500 of materials to a one man band last year and so far i've not seen a single fly of his hit the market.

Cheers

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