Finding a Fid?

[millergear]

I'd like to try my hand at making Soft Shackles & Whoopies. I know I need a "Fid", but where/how can I get one? What size(s)? Could a Cable Tie be used?

[Cali]

Try a loop turner, amazon has them pretty cheap.

[lustreking]

I also recommend a loop turner. I just got one from Joann's

http://hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php?t=57153

[Fish<><]

Steel wire .020 inch diameter is what I use. I get it from work for free. Works really well. Old guitar strings will work too

[millergear]

Try a loop turner, amazon has them pretty cheap.

Thanks! There was even a review about using one to splice 7/64th width hollow braid Amsteel.

[raiffnuke]

Steel wire .020 inch diameter is what I use. I get it from work for free. Works really well. Old guitar strings will work too

+1 to a thin wire. It has worked well for me.

[Popeye 62]

I couldn't find a loop turner small enough at our local fabric shop or our crafts store, so I grabbed that green wire that is used for floral purposes. Worked great along with a knitting needle to open everything up.

[mountainhanger]

yep loop turner got one at micheals a craft store 2 bucks i think! excellent once i got that it was easy as pie

[doogie]

You can also use stainless steel fishing leaders, but I prefer old guitar strings.

[hppyfngy]

FWIW, The Dritz Loop Turner is fantastic for 7/64 or larger, but for anything smaller, the hook on it doesn't fit.

Absolutely get one, (or 3...they can get lost in the sofa... damhik.) The wire trick for smaller stuff. Fold wire in half and I like to "pinch" the tip with pliers to make it fit better and hold better.