The Feather Mechanic (A fly-tying philosophy)

[@davidmoser5898]

Its refreshing to see a book review from a old school tyer . I like your style of tying and your passion for the sport. Thanks for sharing. Dave

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thank you so much Dave. I appreciate your comment. Some of new way tiers are lost in my opinion.... Looks more like LEGO assembly than proper tying. But i am in no way against new materials. Cheers Vladimir

[@schmoonkie]

Based on your review of this book, I ordered it from a local seller on Etsy. If the author is half as good as you are, it'll be a worthwhile purchase... Thanks for the recommendation.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Please let me know what you think after reading it 🍻😀

[@martinhodell8465]

Love it. Thanks for including the blooper reel at the end, too :)

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks. Glad you like it... As well as blooper. 🍺

[@grantrichardson84]

Gordon is a great guy and amazing fly tier.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

I totally agree with you 🍺🍺

[@johnshand6176]

An inspirational review and fly tying to match. Will have to order this book. Thanks from NZ.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Glad you like it. Hope it will be as helpful for you as it is for me 🍺🍺🍺

[@davidpcholinski6538]

Great video Vladimir. I like the use of a pen to mark the termination spots for materials. I tie a similar fly for bluegills, sunfish, and bass. Gonna try Gordon's version cause of the bugginess of the marabou, I use straggle string for the body. Maybe someone can gift me his book for my birthday. "Hints already given to my wife". Great job my friend.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks my friend. The book is great It will be a great surprise gift 😂😂🍺

[@williamparadis3058]

excellent review and use of photography to illustrate the concepts. I agree with your analysis entirely - Van Der Spuy brings analytical thinking and art to improve our craft and understanding, and uses his humor and personal experience to make the lessons really applicable and approachable.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thank you so much for your comment. Glad to hear i did it right.... I have never done similar video... 🍺🍺

[@timmccarty4774]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏 Superb

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thank you so much. 😀😀🍻

[@paulbridgers3820]

After watching your review on the book,I ordered one.thank you for your time and knowledge.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

thanks a ton. So sorry for my late reply :). did you get the book?

[@paulbridgers3820]

I did get the book,already read it.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@paulbridgers3820 how do you like it?

[@paulbridgers3820]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing great book,would definitely recommend it.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@paulbridgers3820 glad to hear that mate 😀😀🍻

[@andersklasson1226]

Nice one, a love it ! Tanks👍

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks for watching, 🍺🍺

[@paulbryan1094]

Thanks for the review, have found a copy from my favourite book seller, so should be with me soon.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot. When you read it please share your thoughts 🍺🍺

[@paulbryan1094]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing Got my copy this morning and haven’t put it down. Lots of techniques and some great tips that can only help my tying. One of those rare books that you’ll find yourself dipping into every now and then. An excellent book for all levels of skill I think .

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@paulbryan1094 glad you think so. I always prefer a good read to any other entertainment. 🍺🍺

[@jocelyneharnois9499]

BRAVO.... FÉLICITATION... QUÉBEC CANADA byyyy no1

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Cheers from china. Thanks

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

Fascinating pattern by the way. :-)

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot. It is. I like how it was disected in the book to show all the techniques

[@mikeney5113]

Impressive thanks for sharing

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks for watching 🍺🍺

[@michaelterry1147]

First time have watched you tie. Thanks for book review and thinking I will attempt to find and purchase. The marabou you use looks very different and not seen any like that before and not sure where to find that item. Hope you will answer. Thanks

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Hello, glad you liked the review. Marabou is regular one from hareline. This is part that is closer to the feather tips. Hence that taper and thin tips.

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

Thankd for that great review. I htik its what many of our want and need. I too love 'old style' books and have just a few. There were two great ones in our local library, but they were stolen (I strongly suspect) and the people just paid for them, claiming they were lost. One was a fantastic basic fly tying book focussiing on materials and techniques-with excellent practical descriptions and BW photos. It was written by a woman. I sure wish I had it or access to it even now thatI seem to know what I:m doing. :-). Anyway. you are doing a great service. best wishes from 'down under', :-)

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot for watching. I didnt know about book thats been written by a woman. Do you know the title？

[@hounddogjonny]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing I used to have what is possibly the same book...she was a famous tyer...I'll google it

[@hounddogjonny]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing It was probably 'Flytying Techniques' by Jacqueline Wakeford. I sued to have a copy..if I remember correctly she didn't even use a bobbin!

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@hounddogjonny wow... Thats cool. I started tying without vice and bobbins.... Only sewing thread.

[@sjohnson4882]

Another book that provides valuable insight is "What the Trout Said", by Datus Proper. Old but you can probably find it. I will look into this book you have highlighted.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot for the info. I am always happy to read about fish or flies... Or other things.... 🍺🍺

[@sjohnson4882]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing I purchased the book you recommended. I await its arrival.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@sjohnson4882 glad to hear that. Of its not too much of a problem, please leave a feedback after you finish reading it. Its good for people to hear more than one opinion. I am just one person... But opinion of you all matters 🙏🙏

[@sjohnson4882]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing Will do. I have been tying for years and if I can pick up a solid technique or two it will be well worth it. To me, the journey is the whole point of fly tying. I am also interested in seeing how this book differs from other tying/fishing books. Thanks for making me aware of the book.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@sjohnson4882 ​ I think you will love it then. It may not teach some fancy advanced techniques, but it's sure good read. Looking forward to your feedback :)

[@hounddogjonny]

What's the green material..raffine did you call it? Thankyou for another great video

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot. Green material is supposed to be raffia but i used nymph skin since i dont have raffia.

[@seanswart6246]

And from South Africa!!!! Like me 🤣🤣

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Good writer 🍻🍻

[@stephencifka4629]

Vladimir, I'm not having any luck contacting Gordon on Facebook. Any other ways to find his book? Great review.

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

thanks :), I am not sure.... search it online, i know some books are being distributed in other countries for sale. I ordered mine directly.... where are you from? i may try and see whats the best way

[@stephencifka4629]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing US

[@stephencifka4629]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing Here's one distributor: www.etsy.com/listing/936004192/the-feather-mechanic

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

@@stephencifka4629 great... Can you order?

[@SurbuceoAr]

Im rea,ly interested on this book, cant find it on electronic version :(

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

I dont think there is an electronic version. Try using Facebook and reaching out to Gordon Van Der Spuy, its his book, he'd know the best. Cheers Vladimir

[@raimundocasadomanas4788]

La apariencia de una artificial es muy importante sin duda y la hace pescar, pero ciertos movimientos de la misma y de ciertas fibras que la compongan son definitivamente definitivas para que el pez decida tomarla. Gracias y saludos 👋👍🍻

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Muchas gracias por ver el video y tomarse el tiempo para comentar. Estoy de acuerdo, el movimiento es muy importante. Hace que nuestras moscas parezcan vivas. La aplicación de traducción Hope hizo un buen trabajo. Salud

[@raimundocasadomanas4788]

@@Oholisfliesandfishing Salud por muchos años 💪

[@ED85]

Refreshing topic. Froggy ending :)) OMG ....

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thanks a lot.... Very froggy 😂😂

[@gregb8824]

Great job. Midnight...bang,bang,bang, how do you get any sleep?

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Hahhah, i guess we got used to it somehow.

[@aspringjeo8075]

I am also deeply attracted by this book. But how can I get this book in china ? Even if its not a hardcopy😢Pls

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

I ordered it directly from the writer. It was more expensive due to shipping costs but it was well worth it.

[@outdoortransylvaniaflyfish946]

Hi Vladimir, I'm Sebastian D. Budeanu, where I can buy the book? Thank you! (Send me on Messenger, please!👍🙏👏 Good job my friend!

[@Oholisfliesandfishing]

Thank you so much my friend. Will send it now 🍺🍺