I read a thread recently about how to build up a good sized head on your fly. The most interesting reply (for me) was some clever ways to apply less wraps. This got me thinking about the way I do things. I rarely use wax thinking pre-waxed is sufficient. Oh and I'm a lazy tyer
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I started looking at the various waxes available which led me to Bill Bailey of Indiana and his selection of purpose made waxes. I ordered and recieved a selection of the three types he sells. I knew straight away that this stuff was different. The dubbing stuck the thread
. I won't go into the differences now but Bill very kindly sent me this link:
Why wax, article on fly tying by Anders Isberg
Must say also that the standard of service I recieved from BB was second to none. Definately in my good traders folder and recommended.
I was particlarly interested in how wax can help you to make less wraps, it's made me reconsider how I do things.
Very interested in your thoughts on this.
Chris.
P.S. Bill is on here: wsbailey
Why Wax?
Eddie
. I like the idea of waxing the bit you're tying thus stopping the wax getting inside the bobbin holder. When I first started you would think I was waxing a bow string 
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