07-03-2014, 08:40 PM
I'm a southpaw and what worked for me was to learn to do it right-handed. Not the same for everyone but something to consider. Otherwise, just flip the vise the other way and have at it. Charlie Craven ties as a lefty and he's pretty much one of the best around, so you could search up any videos with him tying if you're wondering about seeing it in action.
Since I've done it both ways, I'd say I prefer right handed for the fact that it was easier to see and mimic techniques I saw on video or in books. Also, thread has a natural right handed twist. If you tie left-handed, you'll end up unwinding the natural thread wrap on certain kinds of threads. In the end, though, it really boils down to what hand you feel most comfortable winding a bobbin and placing materials on the hook. I actually prefer using my left hand to place materials for my right hand to wrap. Just my personal preference there and everyone will be different.
Good luck!
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Since I've done it both ways, I'd say I prefer right handed for the fact that it was easier to see and mimic techniques I saw on video or in books. Also, thread has a natural right handed twist. If you tie left-handed, you'll end up unwinding the natural thread wrap on certain kinds of threads. In the end, though, it really boils down to what hand you feel most comfortable winding a bobbin and placing materials on the hook. I actually prefer using my left hand to place materials for my right hand to wrap. Just my personal preference there and everyone will be different.
Good luck!
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