Handmade fishing floats by Ian Lewis
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Float display stand / paperweight. OakWhether you are buying this for someone special or just for yourself, these oak display stands allow you to display your favourite float to perfection. They look great next to your collection of angling books or can be used as a very functional paper weight on one's desk. I use mine to display a float that landed a particularly memorable fish and has been the cause of many a day dream as I relive the memory of that day. Displayed on my bookcase, it has sparked several conversations with visiting friends. Made from weathered oak heart wood with a silicone lined hole in the center. This allows the float stem to be inserted securely without damaging the float. The outside edge has a matt brushed finish and the cut ends are polished and sealed with a blend of tung oil and bees wax I make up myself. This feeds the dry wood and several coats create a long lasting satin finish that will only require the odd dusting and buffing on a lint free cloth (kitchen roll on the work surface does the...
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Float making kit. D.I.Y. DeluxPlease note that due to the size and weight of this item, postage is 3.50 The perfect present for any angler who might want to expand their interest in the sport and have a new hobby to do during the dark winter nights or wet days in summer! The perfect way to get more from your fishing. Nothing is more satisfying than watching a float you made yourself slip away under the surface and striking into a fish! Kit contains Carry case with compartments for bits and bobs. (UK Made from 100% recycled plastic) Basic instructions and links to online resources 10x 3-4mm sarkanda stems (30cm) 10x 5-6mm sarkanda stems (30cm) 20x stainless steel eyes 20x 3mm cane stems (20cm) 10x assorted balsa & cork bodies (pre drilled 3mm centre hole, stained and sealed) 100ml water based lacquer 100m fly tying thread Bobbin holder 2x 14ml paint (white undercoat plus your choice of tip colour) Paint brush Sandpaper (3 grades) 2x Razor blades Enough to make well over 40 handmade fishing floats. Once you have t...
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Float making kits D.I.Y. BasicPlease note that due to the size and weight of this item postage is 3.50 The perfect present for any angler who might want to expand their interest in the sport and have a new hobby to do during the dark winter nights or wet days in summer! This is a basic introduction kit that allows you to explore your creativity and create floats suitable for both river and lake fishing. If you like it (and be warned - this is quite an addictive passtime) you can buy refills and extra bits and bobs later on. Kit contains Basic instructions and links to online resources 5x 3-4mm sarkanda stems (25cm) 5x 5-6mm sarkanda stems (25cm) 10x stainless steel eyes 10x 3mm cane stems (30cm) 5x assorted balsa bodies (pre drilled3mm centre hole, stained and sealed) 100ml water based lacquer 100m fly tying thread 1x 14ml paint (tip colour) 1x Razor blades Enough to make well over 20 handmade fishing floats. Once you have this basic kit (things like the thread and lacquer are good for several hundreds floats) y...
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Float StopsGreat for locking floats into position. Easy to put onto the line and to remove, they make depth changes easy. Simple to use and much better than using shot as they do not damage the line. I would however recommend you double up on stops if using a heavier float. Choice of small, medium or grippa stops.
LAKE FLOATS
Goose quill floats6" quill: 3-4 BB (approx) 8" quill: 7-8 BB (approx) 10" quill: 5-6 AAA (approx) PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT UNLESS YOU CHOOSE BUY ALL THREE Quill floats are possibly some of the oldest styles of float available, dating back hundreds of years. These floats would have been instantly recognisable to Isaac Walton and are as effective today as they were then. These floats are made to order - please allow up to 21 days for delivery (I aim for 10!!) Suitable for: Still waters and rivers Ideal for carp, but is a great all round float. Materials: Quill with a bottom eye. Cocking Weight: 6" quill: 3-4 BB (approx) 8" quill: 7-8 BB (approx) 10" quill: 5-6 AAA (approx) Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: 6 inches, 8 inches and 10 inches available If you require...
RIVER FLOATS
Grayling Float.. Wire stem Avon style1SSG or 2SSG PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT These floats are available in two different lengths and are ideal for long trotting, and are easily seen in low light. The wire stem reduces drag and makes the float semi self cocking. These floats are attached top and bottom using silicon bands (not provided). These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Rivers Grayling, Perch, Trout. Materials: Balsa body, wire stem and 5mm hard wood sight tip. These floats are semi self cocking. Cocking Weight: Large Float: 2SSG -3.2g (rides high, +1BB rides low) Small Float: 1SSG (+1BB) (2g) Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of large float is 7.0inches. Total length of small float is 5.0inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please...
RIVER FLOATS
Handmade Reg Righyni-Style Grayling Float – Balsa Body, Wire Stem, 4BB Trotting FloatClassic Reg Rhygini-inspired grayling float, handcrafted from balsa with a semi self-cocking wire stem and vibrant sight tip. Holds back easily for precise bait presentation and smooth river trotting.
RIVER FLOATS
Harcork style perch/grayling bob2BB PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT UNLESS YOU CHOOSE BUY BOTH OPTION These replica Harcock floats are very delicate on the bite but incredibly buoyant and great for long trotting. These floats are made to order - please allow up to 21 days for delivery (I aim for 10!!) Suitable for: Rivers Perch, Chub and Grayling Materials: The float is made from corka with a cane stem. Cocking Weight: 2BB Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of float is 3 inches I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
LAKE FLOATS
Insert Wagglers1 - 7 BB As featured in John Bailey's video "Tench on the float" PLEASE CLICK ON THE FLOAT IMAGES ABOVE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT Made to a very traditional design, this float is as good today as it ever was. Each float is hand crafted. You choose if you want a long or short version of your desired cocking weight - I then choose a suitable section of sarkanda reed and make the float to the correct length for that cocking weight - shot testing it throughout the production process. These fine insert wagglers are perfect for shy biting fish and registering the finest of lift or dip bites. These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Still waters and slow Rivers / canals Good all rounder, but especially good for tench, bream and crucians Materials: The float is made from Sarkanda reed with a 2mm (1.5" long) sight tip. Lengths will vary with cocking weights and stem thicknesses chosen. Cocking Weight: 1 - 7 BB . These floa...
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Interchangeable Fishing Float Sight Tips – Push-Fit Colour TipsInterchangeable Fishing Float Sight Tips let you quickly change the colour and visibility of your float tip to suit changing light and water conditions. Made from lightweight hollow plastic tube, they push snugly over the existing sight tip, making it slightly thicker and easier to see without significantly affecting the float s cocking weight.Available in Red, Orange, Yellow, Black and White, with Standard and Slim sizes to suit different floats. Choose a pack of five in one colour, a mixed five-colour pack, or a 10-tip Complete Mixed Pack containing all five colours in both sizes.Ideal for improving visibility at distance, adapting to changing light, or simply making a fine float tip easier to see.
THE COMPLETE COLLECTION
Keyring float gift.A lovely cork float keyring. Can always be removed from the string and friction peg to be used in an emergency for that chub or grayling you just spotted when kitted up with some lightweight wagglers!
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Lacquer for D.I.Y. floatsAvailable in either 100ml or 250ml bottles. This lacquer will provide the tough hard wearing protection your floats need for many years of service. It will not yellow over time like varnish or crack.
RIVER FLOATS
Large Avons4SSG, 6.5SSG, 9SSG PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO BUY THE SET Ideal for long trotting a bait through running water, especially more turbulent water and larger rivers. These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Rivers - deep and large. Good all rounder Materials: The float is made from balsa with a stainless steel wire stem and hardwood sight tip. Cocking Weight: 4SSG, 6.5SSG, 9SSG Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of floats are 7", 8", 9". I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
LAKE FLOATS
LIMITED EDITION VICTORIAN REPLICAIntroducing the LIMITED EDITION VICTORIAN REPLICA by Ian Lewis! This exclusive float is a true masterpiece, handmade with love and care. Inspired by traditional Victorian designs, each float features a sturdy hardwood stem, a natural goose quill sight tip, and classic cotton-filled construction. With only 250 made, each float is individually numbered, and now, just six remain!
LAKE FLOATS
Lucky StrikeDust shot only PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT Inspired by John Baileys quest for wary chub, these floats make no sound on entering the water and will indicate the slightest bite. These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Rivers and lakes (margins) Good for any wary fish! Materials: The float is made from a matchstick (safety kind) Cocking Weight: Dust shot . Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of float is 1.25 inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
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Margin Searcher5 BB PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT Ideal for long trotting a bait under over hanging trees on rivers or into the darker edges of lakes while stalking the margins These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Rivers/lakes Good all round stalking float Materials: The float is made from cork with a cane stem. Cocking Weight: 5 BB . Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of float is 2 inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
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Mini Balsa Insert Waggler3x4, 4x4, 5x4, 3BB, 4BB PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT UNLESS YOU CHOOSE BUY ALL These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Still waters and Rivers Good all rounder for close in work a couple of rod lengths out. Very sensitive. Materials: The float is made from Balsa with a cane insert. Cocking Weight: 4 BB 3 BB 5x No.4 4x No.4 3x No.4 Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: 6.5 6" 5.25" 4.75" 4.25" I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
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Mini margin float setA beautifully crafted flame-decorated scorched bamboo tube awaits you, filled with a unique selection of 11 mini handmade fishing floats each one a gem not found on our website! Designed specifically for precise presentation in shallow margins, these floats are perfect for enticing wary carp, tench, and silver fish. This limited-edition bundle is not just a treat for yourself; it makes the ideal Christmas gift or last-minute present for any coarse angler seeking something truly special. Don t miss out on this exclusive collection that combines artistry and functionality grab yours today!
LAKE FLOATS
Missile3BB PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT The advantage of this float is it's ability to cast long distances while carrying little lead below the float. It is designed for fishing shallow water at long distances, and should not be fished as a slider. These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Still waters and rivers with a very steady flow Good all rounder Materials: The float is made from balsa with a cane stem and a brass insert in the base. Cocking Weight: 3BB . Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of float is 7.5 inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
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MYSTERY BOX (SET OF 3 HANDMADE FLOATS)A delightful surprise for anglers who appreciate traditional hand-made floats. Each Mystery Float Box contains three individually crafted floats selected by me from my workshop stock including one-off designs, scaled variations and unlisted patterns gathered over years of making. Some may echo familiar styles from my range in different sizes, while others are entirely unique.Choose from River, Lake or Mixed selections, depending on your fishing needs. All floats are fully fishable and finished to the same standard as my main range never seconds or rejects.Every box is different, making this a wonderful way to discover new patterns and add something special to your float collection.
LAKE FLOATS
Norfolk Reed Wagglers3" = 1BB, 4" = 1-2BB, 5" = 2-3BB, 6" = 3-4BB, 7" = 6-7BB, 8" = 8-9BB, 9" = 9 - 10BB PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT Made to a very traditional design, this float is as good today as it ever was. They cast well and are strong and durable - far stronger than the modern plastic floats. These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Still waters and Rivers Good all rounder, but especially good for carp in the margins. Materials: The float is made from norfolk reed Cocking Weight: 3" = 1BB 4" = 1-2BB 5" = 2-3BB 6" = 3-4BB 7" = 6-7BB 8" = 8-9BB 9" = 9 - 10BB Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just return in the original packaging and condition for a FULL refund.
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Oak Float Box (empty)PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE BOX DIMENSIONS IN THE DESCRIPTION BELOW IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR BOX WITH SLOTTED FOAM INSERTS. FLOATS NEED TO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY. These beautiful handmade oak boxes hold either 12 or 16 floats and make an ideal gift filled with the floats of your choice. (The sides are solid oak, the top and bottom are oak veneer.) Laser engraving is an optional extra and might cause slight delivery delays as it is out sourced. NB - NOT ALL MY FLOATS WILL FIT INSIDE THESE BOXES -PLEASE CHECK (FLOAT LENGTHS ARE IN EVERY FLOATS DESCRIPTION - THE INSIDE LENGTH OF THE BOXES IS BELOW) NOT SUITABLE FOR MOST P...
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Oak Gall Waggler7BB +/- PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT This is possibly one of the most unusual and interesting floats you could ever own. Very effective and fishes just the same as the old "onion" float of old, but instead of being made from cork or balsa, this one is made using the galls found on oak trees in winter. (it is a hard buoyant material similar to cork). It would certainly be the talk of your friends if you popped one on your line in front of them! These floats are made to order - please allow 7 days for delivery Suitable for: Still waters and slow Rivers Good all rounder Materials: The float is made from oak gall with a cane stem. Cocking Weight: 7BB Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly. Float Length: Total length of float is 7.5 inches. I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just...
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Paint14ml Revel Enamel paints. These need turps/thinners to clean brushes after.
RIVER FLOATS
Perch Bob balsa1SSG, 2SSG, 3SSG, 4SSG PLEASE CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE IMPORTANT: PRICE QUOTED IS FOR A SINGLE FLOAT UNLESS YOU CHOOSE THE OPTION TO BUY THE SET These very buoyant floats are great for long trotting larger baits such as prawn or lob worm, and carry a good amount of shot to get the bait down quickly These floats are made to order - please allow up to 21 days for delivery (I aim for 10!!) Suitable for: River trotting (worm and prawn) Barbel, Perch, Chub,Grayling and Trout Materials: The float is made from balsa with a cane stem. 3SSG and 4SSG have a hardwood sight tip. Bottom eyelet is fitted Cocking Weight: 1SSG, 2SSG, 3SSG, 4SSG Please note - these floats are individually hand-crafted using natural materials, and as such actual cocking weight might vary slightly Float Length: Total length of float are: 6.75inches (4SSG) 5.75 inches (3SSG) 5.25 inches (2SSG) 3 inches (1SSG) I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase, please just retur...
