The C&F Top Twister is a compact, weighted tool made to twist dubbing loops faster and more evenly. It helps you build tight, clean dubbing ropes for nymphs, wet flies and streamers, with better control than twisting by hand.
Because the tool has a balanced weight, it keeps steady tension in the loop while it spins. This makes it easier to create a consistent “dubbing brush” from natural fur, synthetics, CDC, flash or wire mixes.
Why it’s useful at the vise
- Faster, cleaner dubbing loops: makes even ropes with less mess and fewer loose fibers
- Better tension control: the weight helps keep the loop tight while spinning
- Stronger, denser bodies: great for thoraxes, collars and buggy bodies
- Works with mixed materials: ideal for fur + flash, or dubbing + wire for durable brushes
Best use cases (fly tying ideas)
- Euro nymph thorax: hare/squirrel dubbing + a few strands of flash for a tough, spiky collar
- CDC loop for emergers: CDC fibers in a loop for lively movement
- Streamer brushes: dubbing + flash (optionally with wire) to wrap fast and build volume
How to use (simple workflow)
- Make a dubbing loop with your tying thread
- Insert dubbing (and optional flash/wire) between the loop strands
- Clip the Top Twister on the loop and keep light tension
- Spin until the rope is tight and even
- Wrap the rope like a chenille to build the body or thorax
A very practical tool if you tie a lot of nymphs or streamers and want your dubbing loops to look consistent and hold together better.
