Live2fish85 Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Hey all. I am looking for a decent vise for trying flies and such. I had a cheap one. That came with a kit I got for a gift, well as I said cheap lol, it broke already. I am not sure what you need to spend to get a good one, I was thinking about spending around $100 dollars. Any help would be appreciated. Chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twocoda Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 http://www.flyfishohio.com/Vise%20Review%201/so_many_vises_$50-$100.htm http://www.flyfishohio.com/Vise%20Review%201/so_many_vises_$100-$150.htm Vises are tools ...a hammer is a hammer if it says Fisher Price on it or Estwing....but some are easier to work with...just saying the cheap vises are for introduction to the craft...they serve a purpose...but once youve decided your into it ...you will end up dedicating a custom area in your home to accommodate a comfy tying session ... Good Luck Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowPoke Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 I had a Danvise and really liked it for its versatility. Great clamping power on the smallest fly hooks all the way up to 5/0 muskie trebles. There are aesthetically nicer vises but it did the job well for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Live2fish85, Hands down, dollar for dollar (based on the other rotary vises outthere) I would recommend the Peak rotary vise with the pedestal base. I think the jaws is the most, if not one of the most important features of the vise - it handles all of my hooks from size 4-22. Also, the rotary function is simply amazing - you can adjust the rotation of the fly rather than the rotation of hands (works well when tying body material). I know you have a budget of $100 - but to spend the extra few bucks on a 'forever' vise I think is money well spent. -Sawyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 I have a Apex and a Integra and I like them both. The Apex is a rotary vise which comes in handy sometimes. They both were in that 100 dollar range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted June 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks a ton guys. I will have to look at the ones both Chris and.Sawyet mentioned. Slowpoke I looked at the Davise and from what I see and what I read I like that one. Thanks Dave as well. Have you ordered from that site? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigcreekdad Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Hey all. I am looking for a decent vise for trying flies and such. I had a cheap one. That came with a kit I got for a gift, well as I said cheap lol, it broke already. I am not sure what you need to spend to get a good one, I was thinking about spending around $100 dollars. Any help would be appreciated. Chris. I've been tying on a Barracuda vice for 15+ years. Besides tying for myself, I tie commercially 100- 150 dozen flies per year. The 'Cuda is nothing short of excellent, and the customer service is awesome. A lot more than $100, but trly a lifetime vice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Peak vice is a good value, $150 new for the rotary. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted June 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks a ton guys. Bigcreekdad that vise looks awesome. Only thing is if I were to get that I would have find another place to live lol. I have a hard time explaining $200 on a rod lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigcreekdad Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks a ton guys. Bigcreekdad that vise looks awesome. Only thing is if I were to get that I would have find another place to live lol. I have a hard time explaining $200 on a rod lol. Explain????? There's your first mistake. Tell her it cost just a tad over $100. Kinda a white lie, if you get my drift. If you get into fly tying in a big way, you'll end up with a high end vice (Barracuda, Renzetti Master) anyway. Consider it a wise investment. Also, look on the net for a used one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigcreekdad Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Just saw a few on Ebay for around $150 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rover1.5dx Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 (edited) Most name brand vises are very capable for tying flies. Two brands that stand out are Renzetti and Dyna-King. I own a Ron Abbey Signature of the later. Well above $100 but tying flies is supposed to be an enjoyable time so why not tie on a beautifully made vise. For $145 the Renzetti Traveller Rotary is hard to beat. I highly advise a rotary vise as it can help a lot for many types of flies and tying techniques. Also in that price category is the Peak Vise which has been mentioned. A couple of my buddies have them and enjoy them. If you win the lottery consider a LAW (if you can find one), and/or Renzetti Master. Thanks a ton guys. Bigcreekdad that vise looks awesome. Only thing is if I were to get that I would have find another place to live lol. I have a hard time explaining $200 on a rod lol. Edited June 4, 2012 by rover1.5dx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 I have a Renzetti Traveller and it is a very good vise. IMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted June 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks guys. Those are some very good points. I just started tying awhile back and I do enjoy it alot. Maybe my budget will raise and a white lie will be due. Just like when I spent the $200 on the rod I told the wife that the Curado 301e came with it lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowPoke Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Just like when I spent the $200 on the rod I told the wife that the Curado 301e came with it lol. LOL!!! Nothing white about that lie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 LOL!!! Nothing white about that lie! Nope, that one can be catagorized as a Bold Faced lie!!! :rofl2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted June 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Lol that may be true. I did get a deal though. Mind you the difference from a $100 to some of the mentioned vises would be the same difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosebunk Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Been a long time since talking with old John here... http://www.freewebs.com/johnsflymaterials/ ... but he was always a great fella to deal with. He also had a good selection of vises, start-up kits and all sorts of materials. Been using a Standard AA vise since 2001. Withstood the test of about 2000 flies, probably a few hundred bucktail jigs, dressed trebles, big hook projects like muskie bucks... Durable all around vise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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