Why the Matarelli Whip Finisher is Still the Best
If you've spent any time at a fly tying bench, you've likely seen the matarelli whip finisher—that elegant, springy wire tool that looks a bit like a surgical instrument crossed with a paperclip. It's one of those rare pieces of gear that hasn't really been improved upon in decades because the original design was just that good. While there are a dozen different ways to tie off a fly, most experienced tiers will tell you that once you get the hang of a Matarelli-style tool, you'll never want to go back to using your fingers or those clunky, rotating-handle versions. ...