Goldhead frustrations

[Stuart_B]

Originally Posted by rusty

Thanks for the replies (except the hairy suggestion!).
From the table provided it seems I have the right bead size for the hooks I am using.
I have problems getting the bead around the bend. I must look for some round bend hooks. That should help.
I am aware they should be put on small hole first and over the point. Putting them over the eye has been a work-around.
It seems that the problem is not unique to me. I guess it is all about finding a bead/ hook combination that works and stick to it.
Regards
Rusty

Only a couple of times have I thought the bead wouldn't go on to the hook but all it needed was a firm push

[dabhoy]

The concave end can go on some hooks first as there are several patterns where this is done.

[Stuart_B]

Originally Posted by dabhoy

The concave end can go on some hooks first as there are several patterns where this is done.

I've seen patterns where the bead was placed between body and thorax so I guess the bead could be reversed in that case .