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I just wrap about 3/8" from the eye with thread, then wrap in a bit of bucktail with a few tight wraps, wrap in a bit of flash with a few wraps, then a bit more buck wrapped down hard. Then I finish the head till all the buck is covered and it has a nice shape.
Sometimes I put the buck on top and below the shank, other times it's all on top.
Tie it off and secure with thread cement. Once it's dry I hit them with a quick coat of epoxy.
Like the others said, less it more. If the tail is too long, or heavy trim it down with a pair of scissiors...
At least that's how I learned myself. I'm sure someone else can point out any tips.
-spence
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