As far as deciding the size of my net, I do ensure that I can purchase a bag(net) that will fit it. Janns nets have a good selection if your looking. Typically I use Ed Cummings brand
@@jamesfeight5818 thank you for the reply! I appreciate it. That’s exactly what I was thinking. Here’s my “other “ question. Is the net circumference that I’m measuring or the front to back- side to side measurements? I’ve also seen several with only the bottom of the net measurements and the deep”ness” of the net measurements. This is my final confusion.
I believe it’s a cross pattern measurement. Length to width. So like 16x12 or something like that. I would go bigger if your unsure at least for the first net. People tend to like a deeper bag
When you steam the strips did you do all strips on the forum at once or one at a time like the glue up. I like the way you secured the laminate with thr cord instead of clamps. Im getting ready to do my first net, im glad I found your video. Thanks Art
Do you sell the forms/jigs? Is there any place to get them if you do not? Very good video,very informative! I just would like a template/form/jig as a place to start…
Can’t say I’ve ever sold a jig. I would suggest a good place to start is just making a actual size drawing on a larger piece of paper or cardboard and really fine tune it before you transfer it to wood and starting cutting. Sometimes I look at the drawing for quite a while before committing it to wood.
James, I’ve been making my nets for about ten years. I have come up with several different ways to attach the lanyard. Have not found the perfect one yet. Can you tell me where you got your brass swivels you used?
Hello Jim, nice work! I am building my first net out of black walnut and can't make up my mind on what the best finish should be for it. Can you help me out and give me some guidence? Shellac, Lacquer, danish oil, epoxy????????? I'm just not sure!!! Cheers!
I’ve used a couple different methods over the years. I have had the best results with a marine spar urethane mix. I like to mix this with mineral spirits 50/50. I use a cheese cloth wrapped in a clean rag to apply this finish. Quick thin coats, steel wool between each coat. 12 coats minimum. Wait 24 hrs between coats.
I am thinking of making my own Lansing net. I dont have much experience working with wood what will probably be evident by my question. Can i not just cut a frame from a wood plank instead of building the arch with laminate?
I wouldn’t suggest it. The grain of the wood going in two or more directions over such a narrow piece wouldn’t be very strong at all. The multiple piece of wood with the grain going in one direction is what gives it its strength
How many strips do you typically use per net? Any woods that you have found work well or not so well? I am getting a form done now and hope to start bending soon.
I shoot for an over thickness of between 3/8 to 1/2”. My strips are pretty thin so I usually use between 9 and 10 strips. I’ve had good results with different hardwoods like padauk, maple, sapele, walnut, bloodwood, Purple Heart. Zebra wood works well but you have to pay attention to the grain direction. Keep in mind you have to pay attention with each species of wood but I’ve just noticed more so with zebra wood.
James! Beautiful work and thanks for the detailed explanations. I've found that when building the clamping cauls the appropriate size to accommodate the thickness of the hoop I've used a hole saw cut out with the correct radius to use as a guide while tracing around the hoop. Also, what slot router bit are you using? Thanks for the help!
I use a 1/8 by 1/8” slot cutting bit I’ve found thru mcls tools. I called them up and told them what needed and they were very helpful, and the price is extremely reasonable.
I didn’t get them from anywhere. All the jigs I use I made them from scratch. I merely got my French curve set out, drew a shape that liked and transferred it to plywood, refined it over the course of several interactions. Would you like to see more content on this?
I learned something new watching your 2 videos and that is the jig method for glue up's. I like the Dowel setup. Sad you turned off comments on your latest video. I learn from what others ask and say. Like your source on the Gun Strap Swivel. Impressed with the finishing process. I hope to expand my business into Nets and Fly Boxes some day. I was very impressed with your method of applying wood dye with a brush. I had a thought as I saw the handle being stained... How about some little holes in the face of the handle that are color filled to look like a trout speckles.... Good Job :)
Mlcs, it’s in the slot cutting bit area. Here’s a link to the page. I built one that cuts 1/8x1/8 slot. www.mlcswoodworking.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/smarthtml/pages/bt_slot.html
Great net, I’ve been making them for several years now and enjoy seeing other craftsman making theirs. I’m always looking for different ways to attach my lanyards, I noticed your attachment looks black. I make my own sometimes out of brass but they take a lot of time to get to a decent finished product. Can you tell me where you got yours? Thx Larry B
I’ve found two styles I like, the black ones I use are on amazon, I believe they are call gun sling swivels. I also use brass ones that I found on eBay called swivel eye rotating connector. They come in a couple different sizes. I prefer the 7mm size.
@@digitalwoodshop James , I do not have web site although I’ve been giving so thought lately. I’ve made about fifty nets so far but I don’t sell them. I usually give them to friends and relatives or my own family. I noticed you cut your strips at 1/8”. I’ve found a lot of woods break easier than others so I usually cut them at 1/16”.
