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Fly Tier

DOT Code: 732.684-074

Industry: toy-sport equip.
Alternate Titles: artificial-fly tier; bait tier; fly winder

Makes artificial fish flies and lures, using feathers, fur, thread, and fishhooks, according to prototype design: Clamps fishhook in vise and wraps thread around shank or hook. Pulls feathers or fur of specified color or type from quill or pelt, positions on hook, and wraps in place with thread. Repeats operation to simulate wings, legs, and tail of insect. Wraps thread or colored wire around shank of hook in continuous spirals to form body of insect. Ties and cuts off thread. May brush dope on windings to waterproof and hold them in place.

GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77