UTC thread

[marcusp]

Just started tying again after several years away and I have a load of spools of UTC 70 and 140 thread.

They have mainly been kept out of direct light but was wondering whether it degrades with age ie strength and colour. Should I start again with new stock as I have probably 30 spools of the stuff

[arjxh56]

Hi,
I have been using some that is quite old...not had any problems with it? Try a couple of flys and see what you think.

ps. If you decide to buy new I would be intrested in the old stuff ..

[singlespeyuk]

I guess one thing to consider is the storage conditions. If they have been stored away in a dark draw or cupboard then I wouldn't think there would be much of a problem. Direct exposure to UV would probably cause so deterioration in the colour fading.

As arjxh56 pointed out tie a few flies and see how it feels.

Kind Regards

[wobbly face]

Shouldn't be a problem. If kept dry and out of sunlight get it used. More often than not, the thread is covered by materials anyway. As long as it has some strength to it and doesn't break up in short sections should be still good to use.

[black knight]

I've bobbins of the UTC thread that is now over ten years old. I've never had a problem but it is kept in a drawer.

BK

[arjxh56]

good point made by wobbly face.. It is probably waxed so this would protect it... I think you will find its just fine.

[marcusp]

Thanks everyone for the advice I will give it a try I think and see what its like.

All the best
Marcus