Which do you like to use? These are the ones that I use most often.
- UTC Ultra Thread - A very good flat-waxed, nylon thread. Like the situation where a well-fitting suit makes a person look good, it makes a good tyer an even better one and an average tyer seem pretty good. Best for collared jigs in my opinion.
- Round Nylon - I purchased a box of several spools of old Gudebrod Gude-Wind Nylon thread which I like a lot. I use it on jigs without collars weighing 1/8 of an ounce or more.
- Trilobal Polyester - The 40-wt embroidery threads work well for applications involving jigs without collars. Their color selections rival those of the fly tying thread manufacturers. Coats & Clark makes very good ones.
- Nylon or Polyester Monofilament - I really don't know why I like it so much. Monofilament has memory that can sometimes spring its wraps away from a hook shank. Maintain its tension and it will stay controllable. I like the clear and smoke-colored ones measuring 0.004 of an inch in diameter. Coats & Clark makes both types which are readily available at most fabric, craft, and department stores.
Note:
- Rayon is used in decorative sewing thread. It seems weak to me, so I stay away from it. Be sure to read the spool's label when choosing a sewing thread to tie jigs.
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