The latest landing net

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The latest landing net

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Here's the latest net I've made. This one is quarter-sawn sycamore hoop and handle with a mahogany "swoop" laminated in. It has three coats of spar varnish - I'll probably add two more. I am waiting for the net bags I ordered to arrive - then I will sew one on and it'll be done. These are alot of fun to make and my fishing pals really like 'em. Cheers, Alec

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Alec - I really like the look of the net and creativity that you put into it. I've got an article from Wood Magazine somewhere that details how to make these. Once I get a band saw it's definitely on the project list. :) GREAT JOB!!!
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Beautiful work Alec.
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SUPER LOOKING NET FRAME, ALEC!:D Thanks for showing us!

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You've definitely got an excellent niche product there!
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Makes me want to go fishing!:D
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A really great job, thanks for sharing it with us!!
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Thanks for your kind words fellows. Making tackle is really satisfying - It's always great to be in Gods great outdoors!
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easterngray,

It looks to me like you have successfully joined two great hobbies together!
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Post by wlhayesmfs »

Makes me wish I had paid attention when my Dad use to tie and remake his own fishing nets. I have the bobbins or needles that he used but have no idea how it did it.
What a way to combine two arts if I could remember how.
Thanks for the memories.
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