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My first attempt at a Crabtree/teardrop net is now complete , the wood for the hoop is I think ash or oak ? I had to steam this for over 1hr to make it pliable enough to bend , I gave up on a brass spreader but after a pm from another member decided to use aluminium rod , so much easier to work with in regards to warming up and bending , the net is knottless and cost me £5 , the handle is a sea rod I purchased off an auction site , it is quiet heavy when all attached but with the few fish I catch I can get over that

Personally, I admire anyone who has the time, patience, skill, perseverance and determination to even attempt such. Delightful Richard. Well done !

Well done that man very nice indeed

Very well done, Richard! I hope we'll see some pictures of the christening! The fish will be cueing to get a glimpse of this beautiful net ...

Barbulus wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2019 9:47 pm Personally, I admire anyone who has the time, patience, skill, perseverance and determination to even attempt such. Delightful Richard. Well done !

I agree 100%!

Nice one Richard.

Well done Richard

Super job Richard.

Well if that is the result of a first attempt I would suggest you have discovered a previously hidden talent. Very well done indeed.

Very nice indeed