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Old 24-10-2009, 09:22 AM
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As an alternative to the common place biot, jungle cock, floss..cheek, i've been experimenting making my own. Using mirage/holographic book wrap, stiff card and a coat of expoxy or several coats of sally the results are promising. Omitting the book wrap and just using fluorescent card seems to be ok. Its the consistancy of the cutting/shaping i'm having problems with. I suppose durablilty is another issue. Anyway, as i stated i'm only experimenting.

Before i pull the remainder of my hair out, can anyone please recommend a supplier of the genuine article? Bigreel was once, any alternatives?

Almost forgot, hi all
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Old 24-10-2009, 09:28 AM
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Hi M8 try Jimmy at the Craftye Fisherman in Edinburgh he has them in different sizes and colours im sure hell be able to sort you out
the shop number is 01315511224
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hi phone anglers choice on 01382 811211 they have them in gold,silver,orange and chartruese in two different sizes hope this helps
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Old 24-10-2009, 09:43 AM
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Excellant Thanks buzzer & okey, you sure are hair savers. Not quite ready for that ill-fitting wig

Thanks again
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Old 24-10-2009, 10:34 AM
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Rutland water have the teardrop eyes in various colours....... hot orange ,bright yellow,silver and gold they also come in 2 sizes

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Old 24-10-2009, 11:11 AM
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Thanks Alec

I'll be in Hambleton on monday having my annual "take it in the neck" session from my parents. Assuming you mean the lodge, I'll have a great excuse to leave early. I'll try the lodge before the contacts, buzzer and okey kindly gave.

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