1st attempt
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Richard Jackson
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1st attempt
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
I spend most of my life fishing the Rest i just waste
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Re: 1st attempt
Personally, I admire anyone who has the time, patience, skill, perseverance and determination to even attempt such. Delightful Richard. Well done !
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Harry H
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Re: 1st attempt
Well done that man very nice indeed 
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Re: 1st attempt
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 ...
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Mark
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Re: 1st attempt
Nice one Richard.
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Re: 1st attempt
Well done Richard
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Bob Brookes
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Re: 1st attempt
Super job Richard.
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PershoreHarrier
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Re: 1st attempt
Well if that is the result of a first attempt I would suggest you have discovered a previously hidden talent. Very well done indeed.
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Bobthefloat
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Re: 1st attempt
Very nice indeed