Making of a trout net

In this video I show how I make a trout sized landing net. The handle is made from a piece of maple burl. The hoop is made from zebra wood and walnut. I sourced my net from Jans Net Craft. Enjoy!

[@takabo0038]

That's amazing👀I produced several, but I was preoccupied with grain of wood, and there was n't the idea that I painted

[@bangjul142]

this content is very helpful

[@jamesfeight5818]

Thanks, I’m happy to hear that

[@kevinjohnson8599]

Nice job , you should sell them . American made Brother 👍

[@efelt]

Really nicely done - excellent finish. Loved the video! Obviously took some time to compile!

[@jamesfeight5818]

Thank you, I’m the process of making another video.

[@wcogswe]

Great video Jim!

[@digitalwoodshop]

I learned something new watching your 2 videos and that is the jig method for glue up's. I like the Dowel setup. Sad you turned off comments on your latest video. I learn from what others ask and say. Like your source on the Gun Strap Swivel. Impressed with the finishing process. I hope to expand my business into Nets and Fly Boxes some day. I was very impressed with your method of applying wood dye with a brush. I had a thought as I saw the handle being stained... How about some little holes in the face of the handle that are color filled to look like a trout speckles.... Good Job :)

[@jamesfeight5818]

Sorry about the comments being turned off, I’m still learning how to RUclips. I fixed that feature, glad you like the video thanks

[@johnvanderhoof1248]

Beautiful work James. What type of router bit did you use for the slot?

[@PNW.HW.Hunter]

That net is awesome!!!!! Do you sell these?

[@jamesfeight5818]

Thank you. And yes I do sell these, usually made the order

[@fergusonto-2032]

Awesome

[@huds-onwoodworkinginc.2019]

well done

[@jeffsuedbeck2074]

Nice job! Where did you get the router bit to cut the groove on the outside of the net? I've been looking for one for a while

[@jamesfeight5818]

Mlcs, it’s in the slot cutting bit area. Here’s a link to the page. I built one that cuts 1/8x1/8 slot.
www.mlcswoodworking.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/smarthtml/pages/bt_slot.html

[@biddy6785]

Great net, I’ve been making them for several years now and enjoy seeing other craftsman making theirs. I’m always looking for different ways to attach my lanyards, I noticed your attachment looks black. I make my own sometimes out of brass but they take a lot of time to get to a decent finished product. Can you tell me where you got yours? Thx Larry B

[@jamesfeight5818]

I’ve found two styles I like, the black ones I use are on amazon, I believe they are call gun sling swivels. I also use brass ones that I found on eBay called swivel eye rotating connector. They come in a couple different sizes. I prefer the 7mm size.

[@biddy6785]

Thx for the info. LB

[@digitalwoodshop]

Biddy, do you have a web page?

[@biddy6785]

@@digitalwoodshop James , I do not have web site although I’ve been giving so thought lately. I’ve made about fifty nets so far but I don’t sell them. I usually give them to friends and relatives or my own family. I noticed you cut your strips at 1/8”. I’ve found a lot of woods break easier than others so I usually cut them at 1/16”.

[@sandytwigflies]

So cool, did you make up the jig for keeping the steamed wood in shape?

[@peopleoftheskywayfishingpi5690]

Thank you

[@kylemoore907]

Handle shape is awful, in my opinion. But the nets absolutely beautiful.

[@justinkayce9811]

Typical shape for the high end trout nets they use here in Japan. That said, everyone has their own tastes.