That looks intriguing Holger, what would I ask for?
I can report success with the #2 knitting needle and tape. Have created two nice eyesplices so far, it truly is easy, just takes me about 15 minute, and I expect the time to decrease with practice. Gonna do a bunch more, then eye my new spin hlyd and mainsheet for tapering. Thanks to all for the encouragement and advice!

Dave