Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (pittendrigh) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:10:33 GMT

I have two Renzettis a (fixed) Regal, the Cabalas rotary
and a Nor Vise.

While the Cabela's rotary (like the Peak vise and others) can be rotated,
it cannot be rotated at high speed.

That's what I like about the Nor vise.
When I'm tying I usually set up at least three and sometimes four
vises....one for each of several mass-production steps.

The Nor vise is nice for wrapping the shank with thread,
and with spinning dubbing...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (FFOD) — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:20:12 GMT

The Griffin is on my short list for a new vise. I'll be very interested to hear what you think of it.

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (seattlesetters) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:24:23 GMT

Just an update: I ended up going with the 2009 model Montana Mongoose. It's very nice, and I felt better about getting a made-in-USA vise from a company run by a Montana family. I fish in Montana every year for at least 10 days, sometimes more. The people there have always been gracious to me and my family, and keeping the money where I fish and with these people just...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (flyfshn76) — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 08:08:14 GMT

Thats what makes the griffin models so nice. You don't have to trade jaws out. I do agree about peak's vises. They are really nice. I have the griffin odessy spider, bought the optional cam locking jaws and absolutely love it.. I tie anything from 2/0 down to size 32's and have yet to have a hook come out of it. Can't beat the lifetime guarantee.

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (92Esquire) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 15:35:13 GMT

vette89 wrote:
If you are considering a true rotary vise, I 'd like to suggest a Peak vise. I used a Regal for 20+ years and finally made the switch to a full rotary a couple of years ago. I did some research on the internet and found that the Peak vise was favorably rated as the Griffin vises are, but I liked the looks of the Peak vise better. The pedestal base is the perfect size/ weight and everything else about the vise...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (czkid) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 13:15:28 GMT

Seattle;

Sorry it took so long getting back... I'm off doing other things. I've got the Odyssey and it's a great little vise. I tie a lot of small stuff, and it holds it well. You can generally find the Odyssey at a substantial discount at times... IIRC I got mine for less than $100.

Ralph

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (roycestearns) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:27:48 GMT

The rod doesn't cast the line and the vise doesn't tie the fly. If you are convinced that you will only tie a few soft hackles, I would encourage you to find an inexpensive rotating vise and "true rotating" is not important. I've never tried the Danvise but it is a very inexpensive rotating vise with a lot of proponents. A great suggestion is go to your local fly shop and ask to try a few out. I've owned and tied on a noname, thompson, regal, renzetti, and a...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (vette89) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:30:08 GMT

If you are considering a true rotary vise, I 'd like to suggest a Peak vise. I used a Regal for 20+ years and finally made the switch to a full rotary a couple of years ago. I did some research on the internet and found that the Peak vise was favorably rated as the Griffin vises are, but I liked the looks of the Peak vise better. The pedestal base is the perfect size/ weight and everything else about the vise is great. Peak also has come out with several accessories to go with the vise...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (riverfloggin) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:25:38 GMT

seattlesetters wrote:

roycestearns wrote:
A quick thought. A rotating vise will allow you to tie with less arm and shoulder movement, and I think that might be advantageous to your recoup.

One more thought, wouldn't fly tying be considered a form of PT, so your medical insurance should cover all material and equipment

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (seattlesetters) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 13:57:40 GMT

roycestearns wrote:
A quick thought. A rotating vise will allow you to tie with less arm and shoulder movement, and I think that might be advantageous to your recoup.

One more thought, wouldn't fly tying be considered a form of PT, so your medical insurance should cover all material and equipment

...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (Winglas) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:02:30 GMT
I have been using Griffin vises since they came on the market several years ago. Simply put, they work great! I know one professional tyer that has tied over 100,000 dozen flies on his. They are like the old Pflueger Medalist in that they always work and are the best product out there for the money.

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (roycestearns) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:31:41 GMT
A quick thought. A rotating vise will allow you to tie with less arm and shoulder movement, and I think that might be advantageous to your recoup.

One more thought, wouldn't fly tying be considered a form of PT, so your medical insurance should cover all material and equipment

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (DrLogik) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:16:36 GMT

Griffin makes good stuff. I'd go for a Patriot if it were me. Looking at one of those myself.

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (joaniebo) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:53:35 GMT
I have two of these vises ( http://www.coastalflyangler.com/salt/gear/vises.php) and am VERY happy with them !

Cheers and Safe Fishing

Bob

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (seattlesetters) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:26:55 GMT

czkid wrote:

Great little inexpensive vises. I'll be using the heck out of mine while I recuperate with my new knee replacement. My Giffin is a rotary, and the extra cost was so minimal that I opted for it. The longer you use the vice, the more you tend to use the rotary capability... like you, I concentrate on soft hackles and other simple flies. There are just a lot of times that it helps to be able to turn the fly...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (czkid) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:12:24 GMT

Great little inexpensive vises. I'll be using the heck out of mine while I recuperate with my new knee replacement. My Giffin is a rotary, and the extra cost was so minimal that I opted for it. The longer you use the vice, the more you tend to use the rotary capability... like you, I concentrate on soft hackles and other simple flies. There are just a lot of times that it helps to be able to turn the fly over to check on things and I use the rotary feature a lot for head...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (Buck Henry) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 21:29:42 GMT
I have a Renzetti Traveler vise and have to admit that I rarely use the rotary feature other than to roll the fly over so I can see the back side. I am sure there are folks that like to use the rotary feature and I am sure it helps them tie better and faster flies. But I taught myself years ago how to tie on a stationary vise and it just seems natural to me to rotate the materials around the fly versus rolling the fly around. I guess I would still recommend getting a rotating vise as it...

Re: Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (ashbourn12) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:45:20 GMT

I love Griffin Vises. They hold a hook very well, easy to use, and they back their products.
The rotary feature I think is overrated for most tying and I tend to never use it other then to take a look at the other side quickly, but can easily live with out it. Other will feel quite different about this, but to each their own.

Joe

Griffin Vises: 360-degree rotating head or fixed?

feeds@yuku.com (seattlesetters) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:35:37 GMT
I am planning on doing some tying while recuperating from shoulder surgery, and want to buy an inexpensive, yet quality-built vise to keep around the house. I prefer the pedestal design as I don't really have any tables that will work for a clamp.

I don't want to spend a ton of money and I'd like to get a vise made in the USA, Montana in particular. I've found these Griffin vises and was hoping a few of you may have had experience with them and could comment on their...