Tying an Orange Bomber 2.0

Hey guys and gals. I decided to do another video on tying an orange bomber. Im doing this because I feel my technique has changed a bit since my first video I posted. I hope you enjoy!!

[@SavageFlies]

I just watched this one again... that was about the smoothest use of a Thompson whip finish tool I've ever seen. Well done!

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thank you 🙏. Im using it incorrectly but it works well haha

[@joeduca8582]

thanks for the heads up Matt, great tutorial! I'm subbing this channel. Check out his Camo Bomber, think it maybe what you were talking about.

[@SavageFlies]

@@joeduca8582 I just saw it... I think it was actually his "Skittles" bomber. That thing looks fun!

[@AppalachianManCave]

Great timing....This is my go to Bomber Refresher channel. Took me a long time to find a pair of Tiemco Scissors, but I finally did. (three different pair of dedicated deer hair scissors now)

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Hahaha awesome man im appreciative!! Hang on tight to those scissors my man!!

[@finsntalesfilms]

I appreciate that you are an amazing tier yet you are still trying to get better and help fellow tiers do the same, instead of thinking your method is the best you are constantly tweaking and learning. Great work!!

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

I really appreciate this my friend!! Thanks so much!! Im looking forward to getting back to it this fall!!

[@skipheald7300]

They look awesome!! wish i could buy some!!!!

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

If i had time to tie some to sell i totally would.

[@skipheald7300]

@@newfoundlandflyfisher if you ever get time reach out! headed to mckenzie 3rd wk of august! I’d buy em!!!

[@flyfishingnordic2698]

Great video, I will share it next week on my site 👍

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thank you!!

[@joeduca8582]

Great video. I'm trying to subscribe but it keeps adding it to my save/watch later list! >:o( Anyway great tutorial and common sense attitude on tying. A friend, Matt from Savage Flies gave me the heads up on your channel. Bombers are cool, I've tied a few when I first started working with deer hair and tying Dahlberg's Diver and various poppers. Not much Atlantic salmon fishing here in NYS except for the landlocked variety that's caught occasionally. 300 years ago was a different story. Still, I love the flies and the traditions of fishing for them. Thanks for sharing your skills.

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thanks so much for the kind words Joe. Those Dahlbergs are serious deer work

[@collinsflytyingandfishing7703]

Awesome! This encouraged me to try a reverse hackle

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Nice, good luck dude!! Let us know

[@RandomNewfie247]

I’d rather caribou it’s a pain trimming , but it floats much nicer

[@flytyermaine]

Excellent tying

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thanks for the kind words :)

[@vthillbilly]

Very nice tie Chris

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thanks bro

[@bradpike7859]

Great video!

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Thank you Brad. Appreciate it

[@Hookedonthefly2]

Does the hackle size matter? Is there a particular size you prefer, or recommend?

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

I try to size my hackle so it extends at least to the hook point. Large sized hackle is becoming increasingly harder to find. If you can get your hands on it, large Whiting saddle is the best.

[@stephenrosenfeld833]

Hey Chris, thanks for all of these helpful videos. I've heard some people advocate not packing bombers too tightly, claiming they float better (a la Carters Bug). Do you have an opinion?

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

My opinion is just that hahaha. I like my bombers tightly packed. They do not get water logged as quickly, maybe because they sit higher? Idk

[@jacksengoobie9199]

If you don’t mind tell me but what supplies are you using for this bomber

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Hey Jacksen, the following is what i used in the video. 1) White calf tail for wings 2) caribou fur for the body 3) partridge cs42 for hook 4) rooster saddle that is sized large for hackle

[@oleks1ify]

Great video!!! Do you prefer Metz or Whiting saddles for bombers?

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

I prefer Whiting when you can find the right sized saddle. Im my experience Metz is usually better sized for bombers, unless you can get your hands on Whiting Euro Hackle or the High and Dry

[@noelange1]

What kind of cement are you using and brand ?

[@newfoundlandflyfisher]

Using Shor Head Cement. It comes in a glass bottle or this needle im using here

[@noelange1]

Thank you