2022 Fly Tying Catalog by TheFlyShopTFS

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2022 Fly Tying Catalog Everything you will need to tie the classic Adams or . . . the next great “go-to” fly pattern that will find a place in every angler’s fly box.

FlyTying

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FlyTying

tools & materials

The Golden Age of Fly Tying is here and now W H E N I B E G A N T Y I N G F L I E S 5 0 Y E A R S A G O , it was initially to support my burgeoning fly fishing habit. It allowed me to keep my own boxes filled, and also raise money to afford better equipment. In those days it could be difficult to find quality flies to purchase, and a higher percentage of fly fishermen tied their own than is seen today. Commercially available fly tying materials were extremely limited – we thought nothing of stopping to cut a tail from a roadkill squirrel, and routinely bartered with our hunting friends, offering finished flies for raw materials. It was an amazing era to have experienced, innocent and filled with the wonder of discovery…and for me the years of all-night tying sessions did their job of setting solid mechanical tying fundamentals. We could never have imagined in those long ago days the almost embarrassing wealth and diversity of tying materials the modern tyer has available at their fingerprints. Back then, high tech was variegated chenille, dyed burlap, or an Indian neck with dry fly quality hackle longer than a couple of inches. We used Nymo thread – mostly black – that was thick and clumsy compared to today’s spiderweb filaments, and our hooks were limited to what few fly tying models Mustad or Eagle Claw deemed worthwhile to produce.

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If you tied flies, you did so on the Thompson Model A vise or a knockoff…or possibly on something you cobbled together from items never meant to hold a hook. Scissors were often pilfered from the better half’s sewing kit; bobbins were stiff and broke thread at an alarming rate; and hackle pliers were a joke. Yet, somehow, we made it all work. Fast forward five decades and we now have chemically sharpened fly tying hooks, vises and other tools created in precision machine shops, and every imaginable shade of elk, peacock herl, marabou and all the other materials we used to only find in “natural”. We have dry fly saddles with more quality product in just one of their foot long hackles than an entire imported neck ever had. And the synthetics! There are tapered, hair-thin fibers the exact diameter and translucency of a mayfly’s delicate tails, endless hues of pearly flash materials that we could never have imagined in the days when the only options in flat tinsel were gold or silver, dubbings in hundreds of colors, metal beads made of exotics even heavier than lead that fish unbelievably seem to find irresistible, and UV adhesives that can visually transform a simple thread body into something alive. As you leaf through these pages, I’ll remind that we live in the golden age of fly tying. Never have there been more diverse and lifelike materials available to the innovative tyer who lives to create that next “magic” pattern. Or more beautifully prepared traditional furs and feathers for those whose preferences lie in the classics. If you’ve been tying for decades you already understand this; if you’re just stepping into the earliest stages of the art…welcome. – Mike Mercer The wealth of quality, innovative materials available to the creative tyer today makes possible a whole new generation of flies that can float higher, sink faster, move more realistically and appear more lifelike to fish. It is good to be a fly tyer in 2022!

What’s

for 2022

T H I S Y E A R W E ’ V E A D D E D some great new tools, materials and hooks to

our inventory. We've heard you asking for the materials to tie the recently developed Euro-style anchor flies, and we’ve delivered with the latest specialized jig hooks, scissors, beads, and other innovative stuff!! Look for this symbol throughout our catalog to direct your attention to what’s new.

The Fly Shop’s staff of expert fly tyers is the answer to your fly tying questions. T H I S I S O U R 7 T H C ATA L O G dedicated exclusively to

fly tying tools, materials, and techniques. We’ve solicited articles from our talented staff and friends in the world of fly tying that we hope will make our “magalog” entertaining, informative, and demonstrate that The Fly Shop® is more than just a source of materials. In an era when many fly fishing shops are closing their doors and being replaced by online-only companies and orders are being fulfilled by folks that don’t know what they’re talking about, The Fly Shop® is doubling down on our four-plus decades of commitment to personalized service. We’re continuing to do everything we can to prove that we deserve your business.

The Fly Shop has over five centuries of fly tying experience here to help you! W E ’ V E G O T A T E A M of experts here familiar with every facet of fly tying. It’s

an area where our entire staff shines and we know what we’re talking about. We’re committed to helping anyone that’s getting started, or a fellow tying expert with a question. Need some assistance selecting just the right cape? Want to make sure the feathers or hooks you’re getting are just what you need? Just ask.

Kamc hatka, Savan River stonefly, Br ian O’Keefe photo Cover : Justin Miller at the tying benc h, Katie Falkenberg photo

Mike Mercer - began tying in 1972, since the age of 12 – 50 years Zack Thurman - began tying in 1996, since the age of 11 – 26 years Eric Fields - began tying in 1996, since the age of 20 – 26 years Mike Michalak - began tying in 1971, since the age of 22 – 51 years John Dietz - began tying in 1978, since the age of 14 – 44 years Justin Miller - began tying in 2001, since the age of 21 – 21 years Eric Ersch - began tying in 1972, since the age of 14 – 50 years Sandy Watts - began tying in 1975, since the age of 33 – 47 years Erik Argotti - began tying in 1995, since the age of 19 – 27 years Zach Miller - began tying in 1999, since the age of 6 – 23 years Jordon Taylor - began tying in 2007, since the age of 10 – 15 years Michael Kaplan - began tying in 2012, since the age of 10 – 10 years Shannon Engh - began tying in 1984, since the age of 14 – 38 years Chris King - began tying in 1996, since the age of 25 – 26 years Bryan Quick - began tying in 1973, since the age of 10 – 49 years Andrew Laraway - began tying in 2020, since the age of 20 – 2 years

on all orders over $100 Any order over $500 ships UPS 2nd Day Air No sales tax on orders shipped out of California phone 800-669-3474

The Fly Shop’s Fly Tying Hooks “It’s no secret that The Fly Shop® hooks are the best budget-priced hooks in the sport. You can’t find a hook of the same quality at a lower price. The Fly Shop® hooks are very strong, super sharp, and are available in all the favorite models and sizes.” They’re the same hooks used by several famous fly tying companies for their top-of-the line flies.

All models below excluding our unique, “specialty hooks” cost just $3.00 per 25 pack or $11.00 per 100 pack Super strong, super sharp, super durable, and at a super price!

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The Fly Shop® hooks are brought to you by professionals who recognize quality. These are the best hooks for the money in the fly fishing world! s

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These hooks are a fraction of the price of comparable quality hooks. s

Not just another hook!

Our hooks are manufactured just for The Fly Shop® and not currently available in other retail locations. Some of our models can’t be found anywhere else at any price. s

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Our hundred-pack price represents a huge discount above an already great price and our thousand price is off the chart inexpensive. s

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Purchase $100 or more, and receive free shipping.

Our Guarantee... You don’t like our hooks send back what isn’t used within 30 days of purchase for a full credit.

TFS 100 Sizes 10-18 1x fine, down eye, bronze, forged, 1x wide gape The standard dry fly hook.

TFS 5263 Sizes 2-14 2x heavy, 3x long, down eye, fine hook for stonefly nymphs and Chernobyls.

TFS 2500 Sizes 6-18 2x wide, 2x short, 2x heavy straight eye. Eggs, scuds, shrimp, mayflies, caddis.

TFS 921 Sizes 12-18 1x fine, 2x short, down eye, forged, bronze, wide gape, short shank dry fly hook.

TFS 200R Sizes 4-18 3x long, 1x heavy, curved, ring eye. Ideal for nymphs, leeches, hex, wooly buggers.

TFS 105 Sizes 4-10 5x short, 2x strong, forged, ring eye. Ideal for Glo Bugs and egg patterns.

TFS 5212 Sizes 6-14 2x long, 1x fine. A perfect hook for terrestrials and long shanked dry flies.

TFS 2302 Sizes 6-18 2x long, slight hump shank, down eye. Perfect for many caddis and terrestrials.

TFS 7423 Sizes 2-8 3x strong, tin, down-turned eye, steelhead, salmon, The #1 shad hook!

TFS 2312 Sizes 6-18 1x fine, 2x long, straight eye, slight bend, bronze, forged. Excellent Stimulator and long shank dry hook.

TFS 2305 Sizes, 2/0, 2-18, 2x heavy, 1x long, curved shank, super versatile from midges to steelhead flies.

TFS 3769 Sizes 6-18 2x heavy, down eye, sproat bend, that is very good for nymphs.

TFS 9395 Sizes 2-10 4x long, 3x heavy, ring eye, extra long streamer and stonefly hook.

TFS 3761 Sizes 6 - 20 1x long, 2x heavy, sproat bend, down eye.

TFS 300 Sizes 2-8 4x long, 2x heavy, down turned eye for large, long stoneflies and streamers.

TFS 5262 Sizes 4-16 2x heavy, 2x long,down eye The standard nymph hook.

These three specialty hooks below are $3.50 per 25 pack or $12.00 per 100

TFS 2457 Sizes 6-18 2x wide, 2x short, 2x heavy caddis pupa, scud, shrimp.

TFS 7258 Sizes 3/0, 2/0,1/0, 2, 4, 6 Xtra strong, stainless, ring eye, bonefish and tarpon. TFS 5444 Sizes 3/0, 2/0,1/0, 1, 2, 4, 6 A top quality jig hook at a super reasonable price. TFS 8774 Sizes 2/0-10 3x heavy, up eye, limerick bend, traditional black finished Atlantic salmon and steelhead hook.

Zack’s Slow Water Emerger #423F Size 12 Tied on TFS 3769

Great hooks at a great price... In an effort to familiarize American ﬂy tiers with The Fly Shop’s ﬂy tying hooks we are keeping our reduced prices for 2022. s These are super-strong, super-sharp, chemically sharpened, super-durable hooks, and now they’re available at a super price.What was already a great hook at a great price is now even easier on the fly tier’s wallet. s Today’s tiers are no longer satisfied with the mass produced, machine-sharpened hooks that were often inconsistent in tensile strength and durability. Modern hooks tie better flies, and serious fly tiers now won’t accept anything less than top quality, chemically-sharpened hooks, even though they cost more. The Fly Shop’s move to a more modestly priced, quality tying hook is a welcome reversal for most tiers. s A few years ago, some of the most popular fly tying hooks on the market were hard to find, and increasingly expensive, forcing us to explore the world market for suitable alternatives. What we found is the company that makes the vast majority of the best commercial grade hooks sold in America today. That was the good news.

s The bad news – in order to get a great price we had to order millions of hooks and hundreds of thousands of each size of each model. The massive investment in inventory has translated into great savings for us and for our clients. And it’s a pretty good bet that we’ll never run out. s Several of our specialty fly hook models are different than other models found anywhere else at any price. s Our model 7423 replaced the discontinued Eagle Claw 1197N nickel hooks and is the best nickel-plated hook you’ll find for tying shad, steelhead and salmon flies. s The TFS 2305 is a totally innovative, strong, uniquely curved shank hook that is ideal for creating realistic subsurface patterns. s Our 5444 jig hook is in a class by itself. s The heavy wired, short shank TFS 2500 is, perhaps, the most popular hook in America for scuds, shrimp, and short-shank patterns.

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Umpqua Feather Merchants’ Tiemco Hooks – the standard of comparison for more than three decades The most stringent quality control and use of the highest quality Japanese steel and have firmly established Tiemco’s unparalleled reputation in the fly tying hook industry!

Tiemco Specialty Dry Fly Hooks TMC 100 Sizes 8-26 25/$8.75 Down eye, 1x fine, Wide Gape, Forged The most popular dry fly hook made TMC 100BL Sizes 12-22 25/8.75 Barbless version of the TMC100 TMC 102Y Sizes 11-19 25/9.30 1x fine, wide gape. 100/31.35 Sharp, strong, and swell for most dries

Tiemco Streamer, Hopper, & Salmonfly Hooks

TMC 2457

Sizes 2, 4 25/$12.85 Sizes 6-10 25/11.65 Straight eye, 3x heavy, 4x long, forged TMC 5262

Sizes 4-8 25/11.50 Sizes 10-18 25/10.20 2X long, 2X heavy, Down eye, Streamer

TMC 2488 Sizes 10-26 25/9.60 2x short, 3x wide, curved, fine wire

TMC 5263 Sizes 2, 4, 6, 8 25/11.50 Sizes 10, 12, 14 25/10.20 3X long, 2X heavy, Down eye, Streamer.

TMC 900BL Sizes 12-16 25/9.30 Down-eye, 1x fine, 1x wide, barbless

Tiemco Nymph & Heavy Dry Fly Hooks TMC 9300 Sizes 8-18 25/$8.75 Nymphs, dries, wide gap, 1x heavy

TMC 9395

25/$10.20 TMC 206BL Sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 Curved, fine wire, 2x short , barbless Perfect for emergers and caddis larvae

Tiemco Steelhead, Salmon, & Tube Fly Hooks TMC 3761

Sizes 6, 8 25/$9.55 Sizes 10-20 25/8.00 Sproat bend, 2x heavy, 1x long, bronze

TMC7999

Size 2, 4 25/22.00 Sizes: 6, 8 25/20.70 Up-turned, loop eye, forged, X-heavy

Sizes 6, 8 25/10.85 Sizes 10-18 25/10.20 2x heavy, short. Caddis Pupa & shrimp

TMC 2488H Sizes 12-22 25/10.50 2x short, 3x wide, curved, 2x heavy wire

TMC 2487BLSizes 10-18 25/8.95 Down eye, fine, 2x wide, 2x short Barbless, Caddis Pupa, emergers, shrimp

TMC 2499SPBL Sizes 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 25/14.35 Barbless, SP version of the TMC 2488H

TMC 2302

TMC 2499SPBLB Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 25/14.35 Black nickel version of TMC 2499SPBL

TMC 413J Sizes 8-18 25/$8.25 60 Degree Jig Hook, wide gape, medium wire, bronze - nymphs

TMC 3769 Sizes 6-18 25/8.85 Sproat bend, down eye, 2x heavy

TMC 200R Sizes 4-22 25/10.20 Straight eye, standard wire, 3x long Caddis, hoppers, stoneflies, terrestrials

Umpqua Competition and Competition Jig Hooks

Tiemco and Umpqua Saltwater & Stainless Hooks

Tiemco and Umpqua Stinger, Popper, Bass Hooks

These durable, forged hooks feature extremely corrosion resistant BN (black nickel) or Stainless Steel finishes

Fresh and saltwater standard bass & popper hooks

Sizes 6, 8 25/10.85 Sizes 10-16 25/10.20 2x long, slightly humped shank. Caddis, hoppers, stoneflies, terrestrials

TMC 600SP Salt Water $27.00 Sizes: 1 or 2 package of 14 Size: 1/0 package of 12 Size: 2/0 package of 10 Size: 3/0 package of 9 Size: 4/0 package of 8 3x heavy, 2x short, 3x wide, Super Point Standard bonefish, permit, tarpon hook UFM XS420 BN5X 13.15 Sizes 1/0 package of 15 Sizes 1-10 package of 20 Straight eye, standard length, extra strong, needle point, BN5X finish TMC 811S Sizes 3/0-8 25/26.50 Straight eye, X-strong, forged, stainless

TMC 784

Sizes 2/0-4 6-9/9.90 Sizes 6, 8, 10 1-12/10.85 Stinger, forged, black nickel finish with a straight eye (ideal tube fly hook)

Tiemco Jig Hooks

XC Competition hooks feature high carbon steel and large gape, black nickel finish, barbless, extra long needle points UFM XC290BL-BN $8.75 Sizes 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 package of 25

TMC 8089 Sizes 2, 6 25/$14.25 Standard bass hook Size 10 25/11.65

UFM XC230BL-BN 8.75 Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, package of 25

TMC 785

UFM XC400BL-BN 8.75 Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 package of 25

Sizes 2/0-4 6-9/9.90 Sizes 6-10 11-12/10.85 Up-eye,stinger, forged, black nickel. Excellent trailer hook! UFM U502 Sizes 2/0-1/0 25/11.30 Sizes 1-4 25/7.85 Straight eye, black nickel, bass stinger. UFM U504

Sizes 2 25/10.35 Sizes 4-10 50/13.20 Popper hook, 2x long, kink shank. UFM U505 Sizes 3/0-1/0 25/13.00 2x long, kink shank, stainless steel

UFM XC450BL-BN 8.75 Sizes 4/0-3/0 package of 10

Umpqua Standard Jig Hooks UFM XFS506H $10.99 Sizes 4/0-3/0 package of 10 Sizes 2/0 package of 12 Sizes 1/0 package of 15 Sizes 1-6 package of 20 Micro-barb, black nickel, super-strong

Firehole Sticks from Firehole Outdoors in Montana. Firehole Sticks have some truly unique hook styles that aren’t available from other manufacturers, including the hook that origi-

nally caught our attention, the 516 with a size #18 and #20 jig hook! The upturned hook point extends the retention point and improves hookups. Firehole sticks are all barbless, and sport a very nice, stealthy black nickel finish. Firehole sticks come in packs of 36, that’s 11 more than you’d get from most manufacturers and the price on these hooks is unbelievable at $8.35 per pack! Firehole 315 Sizes 12-18 36/$8.35 Standard length, 2x gape, straight eye, heavy wire

Firehole 516 Sizes 16-20 36/$8.35 Heavy style jig hook, 60 degree bend, 1x wide gape, standard shank length

Firehole 718 Sizes 6-18 36/$8.35 3x long, 2x gape, straight eye, medium-heavy wire

Firehole 317 Sizes 12-18 36/8.35 Standard length, 1x gape, straight eye, medium wire

Firehole 633 Sizes 10-18 36/8.35 1x long, 2x wide gape, down eye, extra heavy wire

Firehole 839 Sizes 2-12 36/8.35 3x long, 2x wide, gape, down eye, extra heavy wire

Firehole 419 Sizes 12-20 36/8.35 2x wide gape, down eye, light wire

Firehole 637 Sizes 8-16 36/8.35 1x short, down eye, extra heavy wire

Mercer’s Jiggy Micro May

#117F Size 16 Tied on your favorite jig hook

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Gamakatsu Specialty Hooks Made from the highest quality steel, these are some of the strongest and sharpest specialty hooks we’ve used and have been proven on all sorts of species across the globe. We offer a fine selection of their speciality models, yet can special order any model we don’t have. 25/$7.50

Gamakatsu Red Octopus Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 25/$14.95

Gamakatsu Dropshot Hook Sizes 1/0,1, 2, 4 25/18.95

Gamakatsu Black Octopus Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 25/14.95

Gamakatsu C-12 BM Sizes 26-30

Gamakatsu L11S-3H Sizes 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

20/9.95

Gamakatsu C-12U Sizes 6-16

25/7.95

Gamakatsu C-12B Red Sizes 12-20

25/7.50

Gamakatsu SC-15 & SC-152H SC-152H Sizes 3/0, 4/0, 5/0 7/7.95 SC-15 Sizes 1/0, 2/0 10/5.95 12/5.95 Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8

Gamakatsu C-14S Glo Bug Hook Sizes 2 - 8 super sharp 25/7.95 7x short, 2x strong. 100/24.95

Daiichi Hook Model Specialty Hooks

Gamakatsu B10S Sizes 1/0, 2/0 25/$9.95 Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6 25/7.95 Ideal for bass, pike, striper, poppers etc. Gamakatsu SL11S-3H Sizes 1/0, 2, 4, 6, 8 Bonefish and permit Gamakatsu SC-17 Sizes 1/0, 2/0, 3/0 Tarpon and saltwater hook.

12/8.95

100/50.95

10/8.95

pkg/7.50 Gamakatsu SL12S Size 2 per pkg. of 12 Size 1/0 per pkg. of 12, Size 2/0 per pkg. of 10 Size 6/0 per pkg of 6 Size 4/0 per pkg. of 7

Daiichi specialty hooks are some of the finest hooks on the planet, giving tiers great innovative specialty hook options. Very strong and sharp, these are hooks that not only look great in the vise but also fish great on the water Daiichi 1130 Sizes 10-24 Caddis pupa & emerger hook. Forged, 1x short, 1x fine

Daiichi 1110 Sizes 12-26 1x fine dry fly hook, straight eye, wide gape, bronze, forged.

25/6.95

Daiichi 1140 Sizes 20-22 25/7.75 Emergers & caddis pupa hook. 1x short, reversed, bronze, fine wire, up eye.

Daiichi Steelhead Irons Black Sizes 3, 5, 7, 9 Silver Sizes 3, 5, 7, 9

Sizes 1-10 10/6.75 Daiichi 2151 Salmon, steelhead, and large nymph hook, Curved shank, tapered-loop eye, forged.

25/6.95 Daiichi 1150 Sizes 8-18 Caddis pupa & shrimp hook. 100/22.95 1x heavy, up eye, forged, reversed.

Daiichi X472 Sizes 2/0, 1/0, 2, 4 10/11.95 Saltwater popper hook. 3x long, forged, X-point, O’Shaugnessey bend, straight eye.

Daiichi 1550 Sizes 8-18 25/6.95 Dry or nymph, down eye, wide gape.

Alec Jackson Spey Hooks Black Sizes 3/0, 1.5, 3, 5, 7 10/10.95 Silver Sizes 3/0, 1.5, 3, 5, 7 Gold Sizes 3/0, 1.5, 3, 5, 7 10/13.25

Sizes 8-22 25/7.95 Daiichi 1273 York bend, 3x long, forged, red finish. Daiichi 1760 Sizes 4-18 25/7.25 2x heavy, 2x-long, curved shank, 100/28.95 forged round bend, down-eye. Daiichi 2546 Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6 Forged, stainless, needle point.

20/8.75

25/$6.95 100/22.95

Daiichi 1520 Sizes 6-10 25/6.95 100/22.95 Super-strong nymph hook. 3x short, 2x heavy, down turned eye. Daiichi 2720 Sizes 3/0, 1/0, 2 15/6.95 1x fine, wide gape, straight eye. Daiichi 2141 Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6 Limerick bend, 1x heavy, forged.

10/7.25

Daiichi 1730 Sizes 4-14 25/7.95 Bent shank stonefly, nymph, crabs.

Daiichi 2571 Sizes 2, 4, 6 25/8.95 3x short shank, 2x heavy hook 100/30.75 with slight down eye, forged, black.

Daiichi 2451 100/25.95 Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 Forged, strong, straight eye, Irish bend.

Daiichi X510 Sizes 4-10 25/9.95 100/32.95 Glo Bug (egg) hook. 3x short, 3x heavy, straight eye, forged.

Ahrex Hooks Owner Hooks

These super-strong, ultra-sharp saltwater, big game and steelhead hooks are the first choice of many guides, outfitters and sophisticated fly tiers.The AKI hooks are indispensible for a solid hook up with Tarpon, Peacock Bass and Dorado. Owner AKI Sizes 1/0, 2/0 Tarpon Sizes 3/0, 4/0 Tarpon Sizes 5/0, 6/0 Tarpon

Daiichi 1870 Sizes 4-14 25/$8.95 3x long, 2x heavy, York bend, up-eye, swimming nymphs, larvae patterns.

Sizes 8-22 25/$6.95 Daiichi 1310 Standard dry fly hook, down eye, 100/22.95 1x short, 2x wide, forged, 1x fine.

Made without compromise, designed by Scandinavian fly-fishermen for fishing all over the world. Ahrex hooks uses innovative technology and the best materials available for each specific hook. Ahrex HR430 Sizes 2, 4 12/$7.95 Straight eye tube trailer hook, black nickel finish, short shank, wide gape, chemically sharpened.

34/$27.95 28/27.95 22/27.95

Ahrex HR482 Sizes 2 ,4 12/$7.95 Up-turned eye trailer/stinger black nickel finish, wide gape, chemically sharpened.

Owner SSW Sizes 1/0, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 Black 8/5.95 Sizes 1/0, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 Red Ideal trailer hooks for trout and steelhead flies.

Ahrex HR440 Sizes 4 ,6 5/$8.95 Straight eye double trailer hook, black nickel finish, short shank, wide gape, chemically sharpened.

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10/9.95 10/9.95

Daiichi Klinkhammer #1160 Sizes 8-20, Black nickel 25/6.95 1167 Sizes 8-20, Bronze Curved shank, wide gap, slightly heavy wire, straight eye, bronze or black nickel.

Daiichi barbless Czech-Style hooks

A heavy wire, curved hook popular with the competition crowd for Czech-style nymphing.The non-reflective and anodized matte finish adds stealth and camoflage. Daiichi 1920 Czech Series Hooks #1920 Sizes 6-16 Bronze 10/$7.95 1924 Sizes 6-16 Green 1925 Sizes 6-16 Brown 1928 Sizes 6-16 Gray 1929 Sizes 6-16 Black Scuds, Czech nymphs, Caddis pupa

Balanced Flies

incorporate a tungsten bead fixed to a beading pin tied on top of the hook shank and extending beyond the bend of a jig hook. When tied properly, “balanced” flies ride horizontally in the water column, moving up-anddown in a lifelike fashion. At the same time, they allow the jig hook to ride point up, reducing snagging on the bottom, increasing the hooking ability of the fly, and reducing mortality. “Balanced” patterns are very popular with Czech-style nymph fishermen and sophisticated stillwater anglers.

Balanced Leech Pins #20541 Small hook sizes 12 to 16 25/$2.95 20371 Large hook sizes 8 to 10

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Intruder flies are more of a style than a specific pattern. They’re super-popular in the Pacific Northwest for both salmon and steelhead. Intruder flies are most often tied on a waddington shank rigged with an Owner SSW trailer hook either looped to braided wire (which allows one to easily and always be fishing with a sharp hook) or Intruder Wire (below) which keeps the hook permanently riding in an up-eye or down-eye position. Shanks for extended body, Intruder & articulated flies

Waddington, Trout, and Articulated Fish Skull Shanks are used as a simple substitute for having to cut actual hooks. The Articulated Fish Spines connected together allows one to tie any size of any articulated streamer imaginable. Shanks are an important part to many aspects of fly-tying, ranging from Intruder patterns or the increasingly popular articulated patterns like the Game Changer. These make it simple, quick, and easy.

Fish Skull Shanks An easy way to create articulated intruder-style flies, 3˝ or longer. These marry well with any straight eye hook. Stainless steel, re-usable, fits all Skulls and Helmets. #13016 13017 13018 17386

. . .Size 20mm . . . .10-12 hook range

. . .Size 35mm . . . . .6-8 hook range . . .Size 55mm . . . .2-4 hook range

Package of 20 $5.95 Articulated Spines 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm Package of 20 9.95

Trout Shanks Standard Wire, Straight Eye, Bronze. Smaller sized shanks that are appropriately used for smaller Steelhead patterns and trout streamers, and more cost effective than cutting a nymph or streamer hook. #18359 . . .Size 20mm . . . . .10-12 hook range 18360 . . .Size 50mm . . . .2-6 hook range

Package of 25 $8.50

Waddington Shanks Stainless, Heavy Wire, Double Shank. Perfectly used as a substitute for having to cut actual hooks when tying larger Steelhead and Salmon Intruder style patterns. Saving both time and money. #18358 18357 18356 18355 18354

. . .Size 15mm. . . .Size 25mm. . . .Size 35mm. . . .Size 45mm. . . .Size 55mm.

. . . . .

.12-14 hook range .8-10 hook range .6-8 hook range .4-6 hook range .2-4 hook range

Package of 25 $11.90

Senyo’s Intruder Wire Colored Intruder wire holds stiff and keeps the trailer hooks in either up or down eye position. When doubled over, Intruder wire tests at 50 lbs. Best used on size 6 hooks or larger in 8 colors. #15348 15350 15352 15354

. . . . . . . . .Black . . . . . . . . .Chart . . . . . . . . . .Pink . . . . . . . . . . .Red

Intruder Wire Intruder Wire Intruder Wire Intruder Wire

#15349 15351 15353 15355

FishPond’s Tailwater Fly Tying Kit Bag Made from 420 denier rip-stop nylon and 1680 ballistic nylon fabric, it is rugged for durability, and soft-sided for expandability, it’s the solution for storage at home and travel with tying tools and materials. Fishpond’s Tailwater Fly Tying Kit Bag is the best way we know of, to take your fly tying stuff on a fishing trip. • • • • • • •

Exterior, zippered padded pockets Four large, removable, see-through zippered mesh material pockets Large 9˝ x 15˝ padded pocket for vise heads and delicate materials Pedestal insert with velcro tie-downs 20 spool inserts Tool page with 14 hypalon backed tool slots 2˝ x 15˝ pouch for UV lights, brushes and resins #28254 Aspen Green 16˝ x 10˝ x 8˝ $189.95

. . . . . . . . . .Blue Intruder Wire . . . . . . .Orange Intruder Wire . . . . . . . .Purple Intruder Wire . . . . . . . . . .Gray Intruder Wire 4 yard spool $6.95

Loon Bench Rings These stainless steel, rubber-coated, wire rings screw together and are a handy way for tyers to organize zip-lok packaged materials, hooks, beads, or any other material by style/size/type/color using the same bags in their original packaging. #28548 12˝, 16˝, 26˝ Package of three assorted $8.00

Umpqua Hook & Bead Box The curved bottoms on 21 easy-to-organize compartments can be defined by the erasable hook map in the lid. This box will help you to retrieve even the smallest hooks. Tight-fitting lids for even the tiniest beads and eyes, too. #4505 10.75 ˝ x 7.25 ˝ x 1.75 ˝ $13.99

Oasis Fly Factory Bench

Pro Model Hook Boxes The curved compartment bottoms on models and tight-fitting lids, allows easy storage, access, and retrieval of even the smallest hooks, beads and eyes. #9518 Pro 10 compartment box, 10 ˝ x 2 ˝ $6.95 9517 Pro 20 compartment box 9.75 ˝ x 4.5 ˝ 8.95

Compact, portable, reasonably priced, and well made. This bench organizes all your essential tools. Fits easily on a desk or kitchen table and is portable enough for travel or to put out of sight. Black sectioned tray has assorted sizes to keep all your materials organized for quick and easy access for efficient tying. • Surprisingly portable and easy to carry • Easy to attach a C-Clamp #5962 17.5˝ x 16˝ x 5˝ $145

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Stimulator Randall Kaufmann’s

This incredibly popular fly first showed up in the Kauffman’s Streamborn catalog in the early 80’s and immediately became the “go to” dry stonefly pattern on Southern Oregon’s Deschutes River – then quickly found it’s way into the fly boxes of nearly every western fly fisherman!

An example of fly tying philosophy: F E W O T H E R F L I E S in our arsenal are as versatile or cover as many bases

for the fly fisherman as Randall Kaufmann’s Stimulator. It’s not necessarily an exact stonefly, caddis, or terrestrial imitation. It can be used as a prospecting pattern, or substitute for more exact likeness when the anglers needs something to represent a moth, cicada, cricket, cranefly, dragonfly, damselfly, or even a grasshopper. In the right situation it can be effectively fished downstream, drowned, and stripped back subsurface as an effective streamer. It’s no coincidence then, that the fly tier who is credited with the pattern chose it as the cover for his most popular book, and has devoted a great deal of thought to developing modifications that incorporate features that attract a variety of trout, steelhead, and other freshwater species and has morphed into more than 100 variations of styles, colors, and sizes. In a recent article sent by the largest fly tying company on the planet (Umpqua Feather Merchant) to it’s retailers, Kaufmann credited the inspiration for the fly to other downwing patterns that he and others used on his home water, the Deschutes River. He wrote, “I just borrowed parts from the flies I used and liked, then incorporated some of my favorite materials and color combinations, and subtly changed the tying style. After initial experimentation and some more refinements, we first introduced the Stimulator in our (Kaufmann’s Streamborn) store and catalog in 1982 in just five sizes (8-16) and three colors (tan, olive, yellow). Refinements to the proportions and material have been almost continuous since the first model was introduced four decades ago. It didn’t hurt that the fly had a catchy name, which was adopted at the streamside suggestion of the author/photographer, David Lambroughton on a trip we made to the Deschutes, when my simulator became the Stimulator.”

About the tier, author, and fly fishing personality:

Randall Kaufmann is a gifted fly tier with a keen eye for both innovation and creativity. He certainly doesn’t need much of an introduction to most fly fishermen or fly tiers in the American west. His tremendous reservoir of self-discipline helped he and his brother, Lance, build one of the most successful retail fly fishing businesses and mail-order catalogs in our sport. Their sales and reputation were bolstered by nearly a dozen of Randall’s well-received books, with titles and topics included every aspect of fly tying and served as primers for many of today’s most notable fly tiers. Their shop, Kaufmann’s Streamborn in Seattle served the fly fishing community for nearly three decades, before permanently closing their doors in 2011.

As it gained acceptance and popularity, the fly eventually evolved into more insect specific incarnations, particularly caddis and stoneflies. As the fly gained notoriety, it also was subject to the common criticism from those in the fly tying community that is wasn’t exactly either new or revolutionary – commentary that is, at the same time, both true and false. It is extremely difficult (maybe impossible) in this world to come up with a “new” fly that radically changes the silhouette or alter the fundamental construction of a fly that already exists. Most of the development in the quiver of arrows that we use in the field is the simple result of gradual, creative changes to what’s already out there, as well as the incorporation and application of new, more lifelike materials. Contemporary fly tiers no longer have to rely on barnyard chickens, pets, wild game, and the millinery industry for our materials. We’ve got infinitely more tools in our chest to work with now at the bench, and (thanks to the web) more rapid dissemination of those new fly tying ideas. As Randall Kaufmann humbly suggests, often our “new“ creations are only a modern marriage or simple modification of already existing, well-established patterns. But, with the exception of the addition of better hooks,and after more than 40 years of use, Kaufmann’s Stimulator has weathered the test of time and has a well-earned, well-deserved place in my own fly box. – Mike Michalak

The Kaufmann brothers and their staff had, arguably, the most important shop in the history of the Pacific Northwest. Their business was, arguably, instrumental in establishing the reputation of Sage, Umpqua Feather Merchants, and other fly fishing industry icons and was the inspiration for creation of The Fly Shop®. Kaufmann’s Streamborn offered only barbless models of dry fly hooks and the alumni of their popular fly fishing schools numbered in the thousands. The business served as a model for other shops and as a training ground for many of the current top manufacturers reps, quite a few of the other fly shop owners, and a lot of the great fly fishing personalities in California, Oregon, and Washington.

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Renzetti Traveler 2000 Series Vise

A staff favorite and the most popular fly tying vise The Fly Shop® has ever had! was introduced in 1988, and immediately raised the bar for true rotary vises. At that point it became the most popular vise we have here at The Fly Shop®, and has remained the favorite of our clientele for more than 30 years. While it’s overall design hasn’t changed much in 30 years, the few changes that have been made are more than just aesthetics.

T H E R E N Z E T T I T R AV E L E R

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A bobbin cradle is included Black oxide finished cam jaws Rotary tension screw Stable 5˝x5˝ pedestal base Holds hooks from #28 to 4/0

This vise is an absolute classic, and it is unquestionably the most popular true rotary vise in the world. In part that popularity is due to the versatility of the Traveller. It’s a great vise for everything from the tiniest spring creek patterns to large saltwater or jungle streamers. #25024 Pedestal $195.95

Stonfo Transformer Vise

The Stonfo Transformer is beautifully machined, loaded with features and designed with durability as part of the package. This innovative vise should provide a lifetime of enjoyment for any fly tier. THERE ISN’T VERY MUCH

this vise doesn’t have to help improve the quality of your flies and make the fly tying experience faster and more pleasurable! The Stonfo Transformer Vise comes loaded with all the features any fly tier would want, as well as an array of optional accessories. The 3 sets of jaws are terrific, and the set of tube fly jaws (and accessories) is considered by the European crowd of fly tiers (where tube flies are the rule, not the exception) to be the best one made.

Stonfo is the fly tying division of a highly respected fishing tackle company based in Florence, Italy. Their tying products are incredibly popular in European fly tying circles.

WHO ARE THESE GUYS?

The company produces nothing but top quality fly tying tools and is responsible for some innovative new fly fishing and fly tying products that are only now being introduced in the United States.

Stonfo Transformer Vise • • • • • • • •

All three sets of jaws included Reversible for left hand tying Rounded bobbin rest Parachute plier Adjustable material clip Pivot thread cradle Allen keys Instruction manual #21125 Stonfo Transformer Vise $495

Stonfo Vise Magnifier This magnifier will fit any vise with a standard 3⁄8˝ vise stem, and also attaches directly to the base of the Transformer Vise. #21448 Stonfo Magnifier $59.95

Stonfo Vise Bobbin Rest Not pictured #21449 Bobbin Rest $34.95

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High quality in-line 360° rotary action The adjustable rotary tension feature not only speeds up the tying process but, when used properly, will help insure that ribbing of materials and palmering of hackle is spaced evenly and precisely on both dry flies and streamers. The stainless steel shaft on the Transformer Vise rotates on several precision ball bearings, and the shank of the hook will rotate on its axis thanks to the adjustable shaft. s Ultra-functional pedestal base The padded, solid pedestal base provides stability when the vise is in use.The integrated tool rack offers a place for storing the extra jaws and a convenient spot for bobbins and other tools and storage slots for hooks and beads. s Ultra-adjustable base The Transformer Vise features a very high collar on the vise stem which allows it to be adjusted much higher than many other models. The angle of both the jaws can be adjusted to compensate for any length or shape of hook. s Three useful jaws Three vises in one with just a simple click. The Transformer has a fast coupling device on the head and attachments which convert it to an in-line vise, tube-fly vise or streamer vise. s Stonfo dry fly nymph jaws Appropriate for a wide range of hooks (sizes 8 to 24), and the“Super soft” levers on the dry fly/nymph jaws will firmly lock any hook into position without damaging the integrity of the finished fly. s The Stonfo streamer jaws Firmly grasps and holds hooks up to size 5/0 solidly in place, still incorporating the rotary feature so useful in tying large saltwater and freshwater streamers. s Versatile tube fly jaws Accommodate any size tube, locking them in position easily for flawless ease of tying tube flies. This might be the top all ‘round set-up for these kinds of flies! s

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Dyna-King Indexer Vise

Dyna-King Trekker Vise

The Peak Rotary Vise

The Indexer has the rotary features preferred by most experts for precise, symmetrical, quick dubbing and ribbing application. It’s an important feature that helps speed building of bodies, reduce production time and improve the quality of flies. The Indexer has a unique indent/detent feature enabling the vise to rotate freely or stop and stay stationary in any one of 8 positions, allowing epoxy to dry evenly.

Lighter weight than other quality vises, and more appropriate for travel or storage. The Trekker offers the same hook holding capabilities as the Indexer, and is completely machined from stainless steel and aluminum.

Incredibly efficient and easy to set up, Peak vises are built from brass, aircraft aluminum, stainless and tooled steel for a lifetime of pleasure. This model is just right for hooks from 2 to 28, and features a very stable, powder-coated base with an integrated hook pocket. An adjustable bobbin rest and pivot mount are included.The Peak pedestal base has three holes. One for the vise itself, and two additional holes to mount an accessory post that any 3⁄8˝ stem accessory can attach to. A favorite attachment is the Peak tool post caddy, which is a great way to keep the tools you need at your fingertips without having too much stuff attached to the actual vise. Optional accessory post is easily positioned in mounting hole on pedestal.

• Bobbin Rest • 360° Jaw Rotation • Super Jaws • Cam-locking head #6019 Pedestal $576 6037 C-Clamp 576

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Weighs less than 1⁄2 lb. without the base Ball Bearings for smooth rotation Handles hooks from size 22 to size 8/0 Includes bobbin rest #2827 Pedestal $325 6010 C-Clamp 325

#4468 Pedestal Vise 4469 Tool Post Caddy 23479 Riser 13⁄4˝ additional height 23480 Accessory Post

Regal Vise

Griffin Montana Mongoose

A very versatile, and reliable vise accommodating size 5/0 to size 24 hooks. Featuring Regal’s convenient “squeeze and open” design, making it easy to accommodate any hook size without any tedious cam screw adjustments. The Regal has stood the test of time, and remains a favorite vise by commercial and avid fly tiers.

Featuring an anodized aluminum body and tempered steel jaws, this vise will securely hold hooks ranging in size from #28 to 8/0. The ingeniously designed material clip can be adjusted forward or back depending on the size of your fly. Try using the material clip to hold a trailing hook in place, and say goodbye to the back half of your articulated fly flopping around as you rotate your vise.

• Adjusts 220 degrees up and down • 360° Jaw Rotation #5489 Regal Pedestal 5488 Regal C-Clamp 2409 Regal Clamp only

$260 195 79

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Comes with a C-clamp and pedestal base. Includes a padded, hard shell carrying case. Bobbin rest included. A bobbin and hackle gauge are included.

#25023 $245.95

$184.95 7.95 34.95 9.95

Dyna-King Squire Vise • • • • • •

Serrated, powerful, grooved jaws Awesome grasping force! Accommodates a full range of hooks Features a full 360° degree rotating jaw Fully machined stainless and tooled steel A terrific vise and a terrific value #6738 Pedestal $282 6737 C-Clamp 282

TFS Lager Economy Vise Most affordable premium vise made! This is the perfect vise for beginners or someone that wants the same qualities as the Regal vises, but not the price. The squeeze open design makes opening and closing the jaws very simple and easy. Will accommodate a wide range of hooks from roughly sizes 3/0 to 18. Very dependable back up vise for the experienced tier. #3388 C-Clamp $59.95

TFS Pro AA Vise A fine introductory vise – unbeatable price! One of the most popular vises made for beginning fly tiers.The jaws are tapered and adjustable enabling the use of a variety of different hook sizes and rotates 360 degrees to allow tying at different angles. #3398 C-Clamp $19.95

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Fly Tying Lights & Desk Accessories a little light on the subject, need a few things to speed up the tying process, or just want to organize and make your tying experience more enjoyable, The Fly Shop® has the answers. We’ve been taking care of fly tiers needs and wants for 43 years. In the process we’ve earned a great reputation for stocking innovative tools and materials for both entry level fly tiers and the sophisticated expert at the vice. If you need help with a material selection, want an expert to give you a hand, or you can’t find what you need in the fly tying world, give us a call today at: 800-669-3474.

I F YO U WA N T TO P U T

Ultimate LED Light

Peak Light

This great new fly tying light from Hareline is the perfect addition to any fly tying desk. Mounts either on your table top or c-clamp (included). The 10 watt LED light provides the perfect daylight look and feel giving you the exact look of your flies once you are on the water.

This lamp runs cool and provides up to 300 lumens with minimal power usage. 20˝ flexible neck for optimal positioning with a 120° lighting angle, and will adapt to any 3/8˝ diameter vise stem. #4482 $169.95

Colorado Mag Lamp One of the most convenient tying lamps we’ve ever seen! The 21˝ flexible gooseneck connects to any 3/8˝ vise stem and accommodates a high intensity, low heat, cordless (battery operated) light which adjusts to apply light exactly where you want! #17497 $26.95

• 110-230 volt compatible • 36˝adjustable goose neck • 10 watts of LED daylight power #30048 $109.95

Regal’s Vise Stem Tool Rack

Renzetti Soft Foam Tool Caddy Organizes all your scissors and the tools tiers use most of the time. Keeps stuff handy and helps prevent cement tipping or spilling. #9032 8˝x 6˝ x 2.5˝ $23.95

The Regal Toolbar is designed to fit every vise on the market with a 3/8˝ inch post. Regal designed this to hold every tool that any tyer could possibly use while filling their fly box for the season. Made in the USA quality, by a family-run operation. Available in a rainbow of colors.Try one on your current vise today and stop wasting time looking for tools!

Hareline Low Profile Trash Holder Easily toss excess materials keeping your desk and tying room clean. The low profile bag stays out of the way and the magnetic release makes it convenient to empty. #23366 $18.95

#22002 $50

Vise Fly Rack

Loon Vise Pawn Griffin Pedestal Vise Base Add stability and versatility to most c-clamp vises! • Collar fits most 3/8˝ vise stems • Heavyweight for stability #1695 Pedestal Base $39.95

• Solid padded base • Non-reflective finish

This magnetic, chess pawn shaped tool can be placed on any metal surface of your vise, to keep materials including trailing hooks in place as you rotate your vise. Consider this a material clip 2.0. #26906 $10

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This handy closed cell foam drying platform fits snugly on any vise stem and keeps all the nearly completed flies out of the way while they finish drying. Just add the flies to one of the 16 slots and keep on tying. #2031 Pkg. of 2 $3.95

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Dave Whitlock Art

Few in the world of ﬂy ﬁshing, tying, and the art of our sport command a greater level of respect and admiration

Firehole Magnetic Tying “Bench” This Magnetic Fly Bench is a solid addition to your fly tying workspace and will quickly become the place you’ll set those most commonly used items. This magnetic parking spot is designed to sit next to your vise, and will help keep your materials and tools organized easily visible, within reach, make your fly tying a little easier and speed things up. For easy reference, the .25inch magnetic pad is laser-etched with a high-contrast hackle gauge, dual metric/inch rulers, bead sizing chart, and a composite loop gauge. #23242 Overall length is 8˝ x 10˝, with a height of .25˝ $60

D A V E W H I T L O C K is most famous in flyfishing circles as an author and fly tier. The trout and bass flies he created were considered revolutionary. But what hasn’t been given enough credit until recently is the quality of the distinctive illustrations and the distinctive art that’s accompanied all his books and speaking engagements.

Some years ago Dave resigned his position as a research chemist, and shifted his energy to writing, photography, fly fishing, fly tying and lecturing. He’s since made thousands of appearances and speaking engagements at clubs banquets, and fly fishing shows all over the globe promoting fly fishing and fly tying. He’s been welcomed into the IFFA Hall of Fame, The Fly Fishing Federation Hall of Fame and four other halls of fame. None of those accolades could be bestowed on a guy more worthy. More recently Dave again transitioned his life to focus, full time, on his lovely wife Emily, the selfish pleasures of solitary fly fishing on the White River, and his fly fishing art. At 86, he remains not only active and creative, but one of the nicest people in the realm of fly fishing.

Wapsi’s Deluxe Fly Tying Kit A great way to get someone started There’s no better way to get someone into fly tying than starting them out with a fly tying kit. We’ve searched for years for a quality tying kit; one with all the tools, everything necessary to get started, and a very reasonable price tag. This ones fills the bill.

This Deluxe Kit is a great introduction for someone that wants to get into the world of fly tying, no matter their age. Unlike other kits we’ve seen the Deluxe Tying Kit comes with quality tools and materials, that will not only tie better looking flies, but will make the learning process easier and more enjoyable. • Step by Step instructional handbook • Quality tools, materials, and hooks • A fine selection of hooks, furs, feathers, lead, thread, dubbing, and the right materials to tie 17 of the most popular fly patterns. #1967 $109.95

From the artist about this work: “I was moved to paint a dramatic rise to a hopper and include the entire surrounding episode of land, water, plants, flowers, aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates as well as the reaction of wind and current action on such a bank-side drama.

Umpqua Dreamstream Tool Kit One of the best ways to ensure a positive tying experience is to use good quality tools. Umpqua has taken their very popular Dreamstream line of tying tools, and put the essential ones into this nice 7 piece kit complete with a padded carrying case.Tools included are: • Bobbin • Bodkin • Whip-Finish Tool • Hackle Plier

September Hopper Wind

• Bobbin Threader • 5˝ Scissor • Hair Stacker

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The Fly Shop®

is very proud to announce that we have been selected as the exclusive dealer offering Dave Whitlock’s most recent limted-edition print: Dave has hand-enhanced each print with art pencils, inks and/or paints to enrich both the colors and the overall effect, adding value and further each signed and numbered print.

So be sure to look past the wild, male brown trout and into the niches and crannies to discover the many less obvious life forms coexisting at the junction of shoreline and stream.” – Dave Whitlock

September Hopper Wind enhanced, Giclee prints are available in four sizes. Each is unframed, signed, numbered. 11˝ x 17˝ Edition of 200 $115 13˝ x 19˝ Edition of 250 180 17˝ x 22˝ Edition of 200 315 20˝ x 30˝ Edition of 100 440 (Prices include shipping and special handling)

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There’s no substitute for the best tying tools! T I E M C O ’ S P R E M I U M S E R I E S of tying tools are designed for serious tying addicts who’ll accept nothing but the best. These are top-of-the-line, precision-machined tools unsurpassed in our sport for craftsmanship and design. Admittedly expensive, they’re worth every cent and will deliver a lifetime of flawless performance and add pleasure to the hours spent at the vise.

Cutting & Trimming Tools

Dr. Slick Finishing Scissors Razor-sharp scissors with fine points that will fit in the palm of your hand. Finishing Scissors are great for trimming fur and for production tying. #6028 $13.95

TMC’s Premium Dual Midge Micro Whip Finisher A miniaturization and modification of the utilitarian Matarelli-style whip finisher which was designed in the 1970’s. This version has revolutionized, simplified and made the precise, durable finishing of heads easy. This smaller size is ideal for tiny nymphs, midges, and micro-mayfly patterns.The ergonomic, friction-free handle also doubles as a half-hitch tool. #22008 $52.50

Dr. Slick Serrated Scissors for Glo Bugs The best scissors we’ve found for cutting Glo Bug Yarn or McFly Foam! Excellent for cutting wire. Large blades make the one cut needed to make that perfect egg. #15628 8.5˝ long with 3˝ cutting blades $32.95

Dr. Slick Arrow Scissors Loon Ergo Hair Scissors

TMC’s Premium Adjustable Double-Arm Bobbin This innovative bobbin uses four stainless wires to maintain pressure on the thread spool and ensure consistent thread tension. The length of the superdurable, friction-free ceramic thread tube is adjustable for different size and style flies and the combination of features all but eliminates thread abrasion and breakage during the tying process.

Loon’s largest non-tension scissors are hand-tuned by Loon’s own mad scientist. Features a halfserrated/half-razor cutting surface to manage the slickest of hair and synthetic materials.These are scary sharp, super versatile scissors.

Well-designed, precision-point scissors with extremely sharp, accurate tips that fit in tight places. #1705 $15

#21986 4.5˝ model $18

#22007 $74.95

Tiemco Razor Scissors

TMC’s Premium Adjustable Magnetic Bobbin This precision-made bobbin has it all, including a fully adjustable ceramic tube and a unique magnetic tensioning device with a low startup inertia which puts an end to breaking even the finest thread.The length of the super-durable, friction-free ceramic thread tube is adjustable for different size and style flies and the versatile bobbin adapts to different width thread spools, helping to make the tying process smooth and effortless. It even has a builtin keeper for the tag end of your thread to keep it from falling back through the tube during storage.

Loon Ergo Precision Tip Scissors Designed to be the ultimate utility scissor offering a razor-sharp hand-finished edge that is attached on a half all-purpose half arrow point scissor giving you the fine tips needed for small delicate nymphs and dry flies while offering a longer and stronger blade at the base to get through tougher materials. High visability coated handles accommodate any hand size and are easy to find on a cluttered desk! #28549 4˝ model $20

#22006 $104.95

TMC’s Tungsten Carbide Razor Scissors

#18361 Standard 4˝ model $73.50 78.95 18362 Serrated 4˝ model

Dr. Slick Curved Fly Tying Scissors Larger than average scissors for big hands and featuring razor-sharp, curved blades with matched points for delicate work, and stainless steel blades for durability. #1706 3.5˝ Curved $14.95

Dr. Slick Razor Scissors

These extremely sharp 4-inch scissors feature razor-edged, tungsten carbide blades that will easily cut through any material, still stay sharp, and outlast any other tying scissors made. #18363 4˝ model $99.95

These are among the sharpest, highest quality scissors we have ever carried. These models feature perfectly sized handles, and are meant to last. Worth every cent to the serious tier.

A very sharp, smooth operating multi-purpose scissor, built with the quality you expect from Umpqua products.

Durable steel, hollow-ground scissor blades live up to their razor sharp name. They can be sharpened, and have an adjustable tension screw and fine, wellmatched points.

#25470 4˝ model $15.99

#4328 4˝ model $29.95

Umpqua DreamStream All Purpose Scissors

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TMC Ceramic Fly Tying Bobbins The durable TMC flanged bobbin tube is polished to perfection, which eliminates all friction, and simplifies tying and threading. #1707 Standard $36.95 1709 Heavy Duty 41.95

The Fly Shop’s

Economy Ceramic Bobbin

Loon Fly Tying Bobbins The perfect balance of heavy-duty and comfort. An ergonomic and high-performing update to an indispensable tying tool. Powder-coated ergonomic handle rests perfectly between the thumb and fingers, while the spring steel spool holder allows for easy adjustment in tension by changing the pressure applied by the grip. #28545 Ergo Bobbin #28546 All Purpose Bobbin

$20 19

Dubbing Hook

Umpqua DreamStream Bobbin Threader

Includes a half-hitch tool built into the handle, and is great for spinning all types of fur and hard-to-use dubbing material, like Angora Goat or Seal Sub.

This threader will make it easier to get any thread through the tiny hole on a bobbin. A bump on the handle will keep it from rolling off your desk.

#2989 $6.95

#25473 $9.95

Y Dub Tool

Rising 90 Degree Fly Tweezers

Ideal for forming dubbing loops and twisting evenly segmented dubbing.

• Easy-to-grip rubberized • Stainless Steel • 4 inches long with fine points

#1354 $4.95

#3036 $10

A quality ceramic bobbin with a modest price tag. The full, abrasion-free ceramic tube allows maximum tension to be applied to light thread.

Used for removing loose fibers or burning deer hair or wool.

#14454 $13.95

#6636 $21.95

Cautery Tool

Whip Finishers Dr. Slick Ceramic Bobbin Tubes are tipped with a tough, smooth, porcelain quality ceramic and provide a lifetime of butter-smooth fly tying. #5964 Ceramic Supreme $15.95 5107 Ceramic Saltwater

Ergonomically designed to help create a clean, professionally finished head. Swivel tube rotates smoothly. The long model reaches over large hackle and wings.

Dr. Slick Bodkin/Half Hitch Tool #23367

Fly Rite Ceramic Bobbin

#15381 $34.95

#25027 $18

$12.95

Umpqua DreamStream Dubbing Brush

#3113 Standard Whip Finisher $8.95 3114 Long Streamer Whip Finisher

Dr. Slick Bamboo Whip Finisher Protects fine thread and is a very easy to-use whip finisher. #23368

Standard size ceramic bobbin with tension control, allowing easy adjustment to accommodate different diameters and strengths of thread.

Zuddys Leg Puller An essential tool for pulling rubber legs through foam, cork, and spun deer hair flies.

A great tool to tease out dubbing to create a ‘buggier’ look to your finished fly. A bump on the handle keeps the tool from rolling off your bench. #25468 $9.95

$12.95

Stonfo Comb and Brush Combo Tool

Umpqua DreamStream Whip Finisher Easy-to-use for making jointed hopper and stonefly legs.

A comb and velcro rasp on opposite ends of the tool allows the tier to work more easily and effectively with hard to manage synthetic fibers and dubbing.

#25474 $12.95

#21132

#19902 $9.95

Umpqua DreamStream Hackle Plier

The solution to unruly materials at the vise or mangled streamers on the water. Ergonomic powder coated tool is easy find and comfortable in hand. Stainless steel shaft and teeth make quick work of messy flies at the bench or on the water.

A very smooth opperating, high quality whip finisher that will produce a very durable, and professional looking whip finish knot on your fly.

Rainy’s Hopper Leg Tool $17

Loon Ergo Comb Umpqua DreamStream Bobbin A redesign of everyone’s favorite bobbin. The smooth steel tube will reduce thread breakage. #25466 $18.95

These hackle pliers have very strong gripping power, thanks to rubber and textured brass jaws. Your feather will break before these hackle pliers slip. #25469 $9.95

Hook and Hackle Pliers Spring loaded, easy-to-use, and very useful on small, fine hackle and spey flies. #17181 $3.95

#28547 $14

D-Loop Tweezers

Dr. Slick Hackle Pliers Fugly Hair Packer This terrific innovation makes it simple to pack hair tighter and results in extremely bouyant and better looking bass bugs, compacted hair bodies, and sculpin type heads. The Fugly Hair Packer makes it easy to work with smaller and different hook sizes and allows direct, evenly applied pressure to the hair. #18540 Fugly Ultimate $34.95 18760 Fugly Junior

Feature a rubber tip that grabs hackle firmly and holds material in place. #23276

Loon’s Gator Grip Dubbing Spinner

Umpqua DreamStream Bodkin An essential tool for picking out trapped fibers, pin point application of head cement, and about a hundered other uses. #25467 $9.95

This might be the last dubbing spinner you’ll ever need or buy! Hexagonal shape features anti-roll. Shepherd’s hook and the gator grip tips are interchangeable. The gator grip tip clamps easily onto the most fragile hackle stems and will combine materials like a dubbing loop and chenille to create complex twists! #21985 $19

The new D-Loop Tweezers from Loon Outdoors are going to change the way you make dubbing loops! The oversized, 7.25˝ long surface area of the tweezers holds any material of your choosing evenly, and secure. Just lay your materials on a flat surface, rearrange the materials to your liking, pick them up with these tweezers, and twist them into your loop. See a short instructional video: https://catalog.theflyshop.com/products.php?product=Lo on-D%252dLoop-Tweezers #25022 $14

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Thread Understanding the diameter and the tensile strength of the various brands of thread will help you make the correct thread selection for tying, spinning, dubbing, and building bodies for tying both fresh and saltwater flies. Thread Brand

Diameter

Tensile Strength

Ultra TC 70 . . . . . . . . . . . .0011 mm . . . . . .13 oz. Ultra TC 140 . . . . . . . . . . .0015 mm . . . . . . .44 oz. Ultra TC 210 . . . . . . . . . . .0032 mm . . . . . .53 oz. Danville Flat Waxed . . . . .0020 mm . . . . . .46 oz. Danville Fy Master . . . . . .0008 mm . . . . . . .48 oz. Veevus Gel Spun 200 . . . .0020 mm . . . . . .200 oz. Gordon Griffith Shear . . .0020 mm . . . . . . .10 oz. Cascade Kevlar . . . . . . . . .0035 mm . . . . . .144 oz. Marcel Siegle photo

FlyMaster Plus 1/0 Thread Ultra 70, 140, and 210 Tying Thread A favorite of many professionals for tying anything from small dries to streamers, steelhead or saltwater flies. Spools feature a handy way to secure thread tags. Ultra Thread wraps smooth, doesn’t fray easily, lays flat, and is super stong. Tiers can build strong flies with a narrow profile without having to use a ton of thread. Size: 210 Equivalent: 3/0 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#20927 Rusty Brown . . . . . . . . . . .20928 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20929 Light Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .20930 Dark Brown . . . . . . . . . . .20931 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20932 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20933 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20934 Dark Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A Olive Green . . . . . . . . . . . .20935 Peacock Blue . . . . . . . . . .20936 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . .20937 Fl. Fire Orange . . . . . . . . .20938 Fl. Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .20939 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20940 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20922 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20923 Burnt Orange . . . . . . . . . .20924 Blue Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20925 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20926 $2.25 spool

140 6/0 . . . . . . . . .#8195 . . . . . . . . . .8197 . . . . . . . . . .8198 . . . . . . . . . .8199 . . . . . . . . .20895 . . . . . . . . . .8202 . . . . . . . . . .8203 . . . . . . . . . .8204 . . . . . . . . . .8205 . . . . . . . . . .8206 . . . . . . . . .20897 . . . . . . . . . .8210 . . . . . . . . . .8213 . . . . . . . . . .8224 . . . . . . . . . .8225 . . . . . . . . . .8232 . . . . . . . . . .8190 . . . . . . . . .20899 . . . . . . . . . .8191 . . . . . . . . . .8192 . . . . . . . . .20894 . . . . . . . . . .8193

70 8/0 . . . . . .#20905 . . . . . . .20906 . . . . . . .20907 . . . . . . .20908 . . . . . . .20909 . . . . . . .20910 . . . . . . .20911 . . . . . . .20912 . . . . . . .20913 . . . . . . .20914 . . . . . . .20915 . . . . . . .20916 . . . . . . .20917 . . . . . . .20918 . . . . . . .20919 . . . . . . .20920 . . . . . . .20898 . . . . . . .20900 . . . . . . .20901 . . . . . . .20902 . . . . . . .20903 . . . . . . .20904

Extra strong, tough, abrasion resistant, and just the right thread for big flies, streamers and saltwater patterns. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . #3763 White. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3482 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3757 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . 3756 Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . 3487 Fl. Red . . . . . . . . . . . . 3149 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . 3761 50 yards $1.50 spool

Flat Waxed Nylon Thread Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3760 Gotcha Pink . . . . . . . . .3758 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3762 Fire Orange . . . . . . . . .3759 Grey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3470 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . .3306 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . . .3278

Black . . . . . . #6128 Chartreuse . . . 6124 Tobacco Brown 6129 Fl. Red. . . . . . . 6125 $1.50 spool

White . . .#6132 Red . . . . . .6130 Yellow . . . .6126 Fl. Orange .6133

Olive . Pink . Gray . Fl. Fire

. . . .

.#6127 . .3901 . .6131 . .6123

Griffith 14/0 Thread A super-fine thread, perfect for tiny flies and midges.

Uni Single Strand Floss An excellent substitute for silk, rayon floss. Easy to work with and has a beautiful shine, like real silk floss. Bright Yellow . . . . . . . #4365 Green Highlander . . . . 4381 Neon Hot Orange . . . . 4427 Neon Hot Red . . . . . . 4303 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . 4537 White. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4598 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4285 Neon Light Orange . . . 4503 75 yards $1.95 spool

Doctor Blue . . . Neon Chartreuse Neon Hot Pink . Pink . . . . . . . . . Royal Blue . . . . Red . . . . . . . . . Orange . . . . . . . Neon Hot Green

.. . .. .. .. .. .. ..

. . . . . . . .

.#4371 . .4386 . .4487 . .4536 . .4590 . .4302 . .4301 . .4593

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#11755 Cinnamon . . . . . . . . . . . 11760 Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11762 Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11764 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11767 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11741 100 meters $3.25 spool

Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#11759 Claret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11761 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11763 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11765 Primrose . . . . . . . . . . . . 11768 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11743

Spool Mate This handy thread tender is the ideal way to help keep your wires, tinsels, and threads from unraveling and neat.The tabbed band tightly fits any size spool. #18541 6 per pkg. $8.95

UNI Big Fly Thread Kevlar Thread

GSP 200 Great for larger flies, salt and freshwater streamers, or when a lot of torque is required to firmly cinch down bulky material. #3968 Black, 100 yard 15366 White $3.95 spool

Great for spinning hair or building ant and terrestrial bodies. Experienced tiers often spin their bobbin to tighten, compress, and make waxed thread thinner.

Ultra strong for tying big saltwater bucktail patterns. The best choice for Glo-Bugs and cinching material. Black . . . . . . Yellow . . . . . Red . . . . . . . Green. . . . . . $3.95 spool

. . . .

#9728 . 9722 . 9724 . 9725

Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9726 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .9727 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .9723

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Great for larger flies, and our favorite thread for spinning deer hair. 400 denier has very high break strength, and a large enough diameter to reduce your thread cutting into hollow deer hair. #26908 Black, 80 yards 26909 White $3.50 spool

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Cement

Dyna King Cement Reservoir/Bodkin Stainless steel, has a rubber base, broad, square, heavy and hard to tip over. Airtight seal prevents premature evaporation and hardening of most cements. Don’t spill your head cement ever again!

Zap Quick Set Z-Poxy Quick drying epoxy, ideal for fly heads, attaching fly eyes, and rod building. Five-Minute Epoxy in a smaller size for much easier handling and less waste.

#1763 $65.00

#4315 4 oz $13.95

Flexament Our most versatile cement. Several coats creates an epoxy-like finish or use thinner to water it down for dry flies. Flexible, durable, one-coat cement for hopper wings, under-bodies, and reinforcing quills.

Zap-A-Gap Most popular, permanent, fast-drying super glue on the fly tiers’ bench. Countless applications from finishing heads to on-stream repairs. No fly tier should be without a bottle.

#3834 Flexament $6.95 3843 Flexament Thinner 5.95

#1544 Small, 1⁄4 oz $4.50 Large, 1 oz. 9.50 6617 Thin, 1⁄4 oz 4.50 3974 23841 Brush-on 1⁄4 oz. 4.95

Hard as Hull Head Cement One application provides a very highgloss and durable finish just perfect for saltwater and bass flies. The bottle includes a built-in applicator brush/cap and the cement doesn’t require thinning.

Zap Z-7 DeBonder

Rainy’s Popper Paint This special formula remains flexible when dry.The colors are just what you’ll need and want to personalize your popper bodies and paint distinctive eyes fish can’t resist. Popper Paint is water-soluble, non-toxic, non-flammable, and simply the best fly tying paint we’ve seen to give your flies a custom look. Black . . . . . . . . #8913 Blue . . . . . . . . . . 8908 Chartreuse . . . . . 8903 Clear . . . . . . . . . 8900 Green . . . . . . . . 8906 White. . . . . . . . . 8901 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . 8905 $4.95 each

Olive . . . . . . #8912 Orange. . . . . . . 8904 Purple . . . . . . 8910 Red . . . . . . . . . 8907 Fl. Orange . . . 8911 Sun Yellow . . . . 8909 Yellow. . . . . . . . 8902

#1284 $6.95

The only thing that will work to clean up spills or neutralize and soften the super quick-drying ZapA-Gap cement.

Loon Hard Head Cement Our favorite way to finish off a fly.This is a water-based polyurethane lacquer that leaves a durable, hard, high-gloss finish.

#9282 1 oz. bottle $5.95

#8187 $8

Zap Zap Goo

Solarez UV Resin

Wonderful for gluing on eyes or attaching lead bodies. This stuff will even patch waders in a pinch.

Loon SWAX Low tack dubbing wax that makes tying salmon and steelhead flies easier. Using this wax with a dubbing loop technique will make building larger fuzzy bodies a lot faster and requires less effort.

#3973 1 oz. Tube $4.95

Squeeze Applicator

#5786 $6

A convenient way to dispense head cement exactly where you want, in just the right amount.The fine tube is ideal for smaller flies and delicate work. Evaporation and clogging is prevented by the tight needle closure.

Finishing off your flies using UltraViolet Technology A fast, clean and efficient way to finish off a fly is with a UV coating for durability.

Waterproof, quick curing, non-tacky, non-yellowing UV resins in thin and thick viscosity, as well as a flexible formula. Thin 5 gram Delicate applications #25019 $5.95

Thick 5 gram Substitute for epoxy #25020

$5.95

Flex 5 gram Substitute for Softex #25021

$5.95

Bone Dry 1/2oz Cures quickly #25161

$19.95

#6346 $4.95

Loon UV Clear Fly Finish Dab or brush it on, hit it with one of Loon’s UV power lights after application and it dries instantly.

Glass Applicator Jar and Bodkin This user-friendly head cement dispenser keeps your bodkin right where it’s needed, and helps reduce unnecessary evaporation. #1761 $4.95

Tear Mender The best glue you can use for marrying leather, rabbit hides, or sandwiching together materials for saltwater crabs. Flies like the Lanier’s Streamer are suddenly very durable, easy and quick to tie. #9275 6 oz. bottle

$12.95

#18423 Thin Delicate applications 18424 Thick Substitution for epoxy 18422 Flow Substitute for head cement 20542 Fluorescing Reflects color 1/2 oz. $18

Loon Infiniti Fly-Tying Light The Infiniti Light has the highest UV irradiance (amount of radiant energy per unit area) and is the ultimate tool for curing UV Resin. With a recharable battery the light will last nearly 13 hours on a single charge. USB cord included. #22706 $59.95

Softex A clear flexible coating for building up heads or bodies, and for finishing off flies like Peacock Cruisers. It is fast drying, and penetrating. Sets in only a few minutes. #5046 $9.95

Loon UV Plasma Light Provides a faster, stronger, more tack-free cure on all of Loon’s UV resins. The larger body allows for beefed-up components and a second chip, making for unmatched curing power. • On/Off switch indicates power level #29914 Rechargeable Battery and USB cord included $100

Solarez UV Fly FInish Colors Colored version of Solarez UV resin makes it possible to add a ‘hot spot’ or collar to your fly, touch up a damaged fly, or quickly build bodies. Quickly cures when exposed to UV light. White . . . . . .#26900 Fl. Orange . . . 26902 Fl Green . . . . . . 26904 $11.95

Black . . . . . .#26901 Fl Pink . . . 26903 Fl Grape . . 26905

Loon UV Bench Light A push of the button and the powerful beam makes quick work of curing Loon’s UV resins. The variable focus allows fine tuning the UV cure pattern. #22705 AA battery included $39.95

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Fly Tying Wire, Tinsel & Lead Wapsi Ultra Fly Tying Wire The proper material for building the body of the Copper John and Brassie. Also ideal for ribbing nymphs, reinforcing peacock, pheasant, or ostrich herl bodies. Ultra Wire not only provides a sheen and durability to your fly, it also provides weight to help get flies down to the fish.

Holographic Tinsel

Bulk Lead Wire and Lead-Free Wire The Fly Shop® offers the optional standard lead or a non-toxic, lead-free environmental alternative.

Small is best for sizes 16-20 Brassie is fine for sizes 8-18 Medium is best for sizes 6-12 Large is best for sizes 2-10 Color

XSmall

Small

Blac k . . . . . . . .#13077 Brown . . . . . . . . .NA Copper Brown . . . . . .NA Chartreuse . . . . . .13184 Copper . . . . . . . . . .13072 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13444 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NA Green . . . . . . . . . . .13075 Fire Orange . . . . . . . . .NA Hot Yellow . . . . . . . . . .NA Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .13076 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13074 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . .13445 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NA Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NA Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .13079 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NA $2.95 spool

. . . .#9307 . . . . .9308 . . . . .9306 . . . . .9317 . . . . .9301 . . . . .9300 . . . . .9310 . . . . .9303 . . . . .9316 . . . . .9314 . . . . .9309 . . . . .9304 . . . . .9302 . . . . .9313 . . . . .9305 . . . .11809 . . . . .8889

Size

Brassie

. . . .#9325 . . . . . .9326 . . . . . .9324 . . . . . .9335 . . . . . .9319 . . . . . .9318 . . . . . .9328 . . . . . .9321 . . . . . .9334 . . . . . .9332 . . . . . .9327 . . . . . .9322 . . . . . .9320 . . . . . .9331 . . . . . .9323 . . . . .11810 . . . . . .8890

Medium

Large

. . . .#9343 . . . .#13466 . . . . .9344 . . . . .13461 . . . . .9342 . . . . .13453 . . . . .9353 . . . . .13471 . . . . .9337 . . . . .13447 . . . . .9336 . . . . .13472 . . . . .9346 . . . . . . .NA . . . . .9339 . . . . .13464 . . . . .9352 . . . . .13469 . . . . .9350 . . . . .13468 . . . . .9345 . . . . . . .NA . . . . .9340 . . . . .13463 . . . . .9338 . . . . .13473 . . . . .9349 . . . . . . .NA . . . . .9341 . . . . .13462 . . . .11811 . . . . .13470 . . . . .8891 . . . . .13467

Micro

Sm.

Med.

M/L

Lg.

Diameter . . . . . . .015 . . . . . .020. . . . . .025 . . . . . .030 . . . . . . .035 Code . . . . . . . . #3878. . . #3922. . . #3879 . . . #3940 . . .#3880 Lead-Free 13´ Spools $4.95 Code . . . . . . . . . 9058 . . . . 9059 . . . . 9060 . . . . 9061 . . . . .9062 Lead Wire 13´ Spools $2.95 Code . . . . . . . . . 0025 . . . . 0026 . . . . 0027 . . . . 0028 . . . . .0029 Lead Wire One Pound Bulk Spools Price $34 $27 $25 $24 $22

Flat Lead

A flashy tinsel that is used for bodies on patterns like the Lightning Bug or Chironomid Pupa, but also can be used for wing cases to spice up any nymph. When using for bodies we recommend segmenting Ultra Wire over the top to make the fly more durable. Color

S-16/18

Black . . . . . . . . . . .#4378 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . .4321 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4318 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5589 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .2722 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . .5744 Copper . . . . . . . . . . .2844 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .5796 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5834 Green . . . . . . . . . . . .5838 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .5847 Aqua . . . . . . . . . . . . .5959 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .5969 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . .17801 $3.95 spool

M-12/14

. . . . . . . . .#4373 . . . . . . . . .4320 . . . . . . . . .4317 . . . . . . . . .5590 . . . . . . . . .2723 . . . . . . . . .5745 . . . . . . . . .2845 . . . . . . . . .5797 . . . . . . . . .5835 . . . . . . . . .5839 . . . . . . . . .5848 . . . . . . . . .5960 . . . . . . . . .5970 . . . . . . . .17802

L-8/10

. . . . . . . . .#2520 . . . . . . . . .4319 . . . . . . . . .4316 . . . . . . . . .5591 . . . . . . . . .2724 . . . . . . . . .5761 . . . . . . . . .2875 . . . . . . . . .5798 . . . . . . . . .5836 . . . . . . . . .5840 . . . . . . . . .5849 . . . . . . . . .5961 . . . . . . . . .5971 . . . . . . . .17803

An easy way to build flat bodied nymphs or add extra weight to Mylar Zonkers and Streamers. #8348

31˝x 3⁄16˝

$2.95

Flat Mylar Tinsel Most commonly used as ribbing, mylar adds sparkle and durability for large flies. It is gold on one side and silver on the other. XSmall XS-16/18

#3853

Small

Medium

S-14

M-12

3854

3855

Large L-10

3856

Lead Adhesive Zonker Tape

$1.75 spool

The name says it all.This lead adhesive tape is what makes the shape of the Zonker body possible. It is also helpful in tying a large variety of salt water patterns and spoon flies. #9219

24˝x1˝ sheet $5.50

Flashback Tinsel

Tips for Tying Euro Nymphs E U R O O R C Z E C H nymphing is an ultra-effective, tangent to our sport spawned by European competitive fly fishermen. Their rules don’t allow anything to help float a fly or sink a nymph. No indicators. No split shot. So, these guys have refined ways to get their flies down quicky, and better suit their style of fishing. s Commonly, they’ll use heavier hooks to add more weight to their nymphs (Umpqua’s Competition Hooks on page 5) as well as tungsten beads instead of brass and adding lead to the fly’s underbody whenever possible to beat the need for split shot.

Tungsten Czech bodies were designed and manufactured for tiers to address the weight problem, while simultaneously creating a lifelike profile with a heavier (than thread) body.

Alternative tinsel that gives a red or blue hue that will make your wing cases and bodies pop.

Tungsten Czech Bodies Nothing has a more dense specific gravity than the tungsten used to create these grooved, curved, ribbed, heavy tungsten, pre-formed Czech nymph under-bodies. The ultra-heavy, ultra productive body replaces thread build-up and a less dense underbody material. The four convenient sizes make tying this style of fly fast and easy. X-Small . . . . . .#5279 Medium . . . . . . . . . .#5282 Small . . . . . . . .5281 Large . . . . . . . . . . . . .5283 10 per package $5.95

#5132 Red #5130 Ice Blue Pearl 1 ⁄16˝ wide $1.95 spool

Uni 2-Sided Mylar This Mylar variation adds realistic color options. It’s a great material for body ribbing, flashbacks and dozens of other fly applications. Color

#10

#12

#14

#16

Copper/Blue . . . . .#2559 . . . .#2560 . . . .#2561 . . . .#2562 Peacock/Orange . . . .2631 . . . . .2632 . . . . .2633 . . . . .2634 Red/Green . . . . . . . . .2639 . . . . .2640 . . . . .2641 . . . . .2642 $1.95 spool

Some Euro Nymph aficionados further modifiy their flies by using jig-style hooks (like the Firehole 516), so their flies would ride point up through the water and have less tendency to snag on the bottom.

18 18

Channel Lead A different concept in weighting flies. Delivered in strips that are extruded with a groove or channel that fits on the top or the bottom of a hook shank and is easy to anchor. Excellent Euro Nymph body. #8303 Medium 1 Yard Coil Fly range #6-10 8302 Large 1 Yard Coil Fly range #2-6 $3.95

Pearl & Mirage Opal Tinsel Add pearlescent flash to bodies or wing cases. Small

Medium

Large

Pearl Mylar Tinsel . . . #3857 . . . . . . . #3858 . . . . . . . . . #3859 Mirage Mylar Tinsel . 2352 . . . . . . . . . 2353 . . . . . . . . . 2354 $1.95 spool

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Tube Fly Materials Pro Tube Cones Pro FlexiTubes Flexitubes are injection-molded, not extruded tubes, that do not require junction tubing already incorporating the hook holder (40 mm./11⁄2˝ long, .12˝ I.D.). These also do not require cutting and fitting different sizes of tubing together. The thinner tube at the front end (40 mm./11⁄2 ˝ long .08 I.D.) will accept 3⁄32˝ HMH Cone Heads, and the length of either end can be trimmed with scissors to individual needs. The micro and large lengths offer maximum versatility. Size

Length

Hot Orange

Clear

Hot Green

Classic style conehead design with a big bore, that adds additional weight to your tube fly as well as creates a disturbance in the water. Color

XSmall

Silver . . . . . . . . . . . #10062 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . 10063 Black . . . . . . . . . . . 10064 Fluorescent Yellow . . . 10065 Fluorescent Orange . . 10069 9 per package $6.95

Small

Medium

Large

. . . . .#10070 . . . . .#10114 . . . . .#13424 . . . . . .10071 . . . . . .10115 . . . . . .13425 . . . . . .10072 . . . . . .10116 . . . . . .13426 . . . . . .10073 . . . . . .10117 . . . . . .13427 . . . . . .10076 . . . . . .10120 . . . . . .13433

Black

Micro . .(31 mm. long) . .#9176 . . . . .#9183 . . . .#9181 . . . .#9194 Large . . .(80 mm. long) . . .9177 . . . . . .9180 . . . . .9192 . . . . .9195 14 per package $6.99

Pro Tube Cone Discs Clear Tubing Standard clear tubing cut to 5˝ in total length for tying traditional tube flies. Available in 1⁄32˝ and 1⁄8˝ diameter’s these two sizes will cover most tube fly patterns and situations. Included also is 12˝ of clear junction tubing that secures perfectly to the clear tubing and trailer hooks. #1783 Small

#2222 Large $5.95

A newer concept in tube fly accessories that creates a vortex behind the disc giving the fly more vigorous action in the water compared to standard cones. Color

Small

Medium

Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #13617 . . . . .#13624 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13618 . . . . . .13625 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13619 . . . . . .13626 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13620 . . . . . .13627 Fl. Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13621 . . . . . .13628 Fl. Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13622 . . . . . .13629 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13623 . . . . . .13630 9 per package $6.95

Large

. . . . .#13631 . . . . . .13632 . . . . . .13633 . . . . . .13634 . . . . . .13635 . . . . . .13636 . . . . . .13637

Junction Tubing Colored flexible plastic tubing designed to keep the hook and tube fly together until the fish is hooked. Using Junction Tubing you ensure the hook stays in place while the fly swings, keeling it correctly. #2001 #2002

Small ( 1⁄8˝ diameter) Large (3⁄16˝ diameter)

$6.95

Pro Flexible Hook Guide Conical silicone tubes designed to work with the Micro or Large FlexiTube that creates a variable turning point, moving with the hooks and resulting in less unbuttoned fish. #7147 Small clear 12-20 hook,9 per package $6.95

Pro Flexitube Weight System These hollow lead tubes can be added to most standard fly tying tubing to add weight and help get tube flies to the appropriate depth in the water column.The weights can be permanently applied when tying the fly, or added later in the field. They were originally designed for the Pro Flexitubes, but work well with any standard tube. It’s a terrific method of achieving a weighted fly in single-handed rod applications which has been one of the only shortcomings of the tube fly approach to fly fishing. Extra-Small . . . . . . . . . . .#7161 Small . . . . . . . . . .#7162 Large . . . . . . . . . . .7172 Medium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7168 XXL . . . . . . . . . . . .7174 XL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7173 $6.95 pkg.

Pro Tube FlexiNeedle This tapered adaptor attaches to any vise and makes it super easy to use the Pro Tube Series of tubes. Simply slide the tying tube onto the gradually tapered FlexiNeedle until it is anchored well enough to not spin. The taper of the needle is appropriate for virtually all tube tying. #13486

Pro Tube FlexiNeedle $22

Tube Fly Vise Adapter Another easy way to transform any vise into a tube fly vise. Just clamp the adapter into the jaws of the vise and start tying. Ideal for the standard clear tubing. #568 $44.95

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Tying Tube Flies T U B E F L I E S have seen a huge rise in popularity in recent years, especially with swing fishermen that target steelhead, Atlantic salmon and sea trout, all over the world. There are a few great reasons for this increase. The biggest advantage of tube flies is actually when fighting big fish. When you want to be fishing with a large fly, we recognized that a long solid shank acted as a lever, prying the hook out of the fish’s mouth, especially on larger fish, during lengthier battles. When the fish grabs a tube, the tube will separate from the hook, allowing you to fight your fish on a stout short shank trailer hook, without the long leverage of a standard shank. The tube will just slide along the leader independently during the fight. Tubes work so that the leader feeds through it and can slide loosely. Then a piece of “junction tubing” is slipped on the leader, a soft rubber section of hose, just larger than the diameter of the tube itself. A bare hook is tied onto the end of the leader, slide it all back and fit them together, the eye of the hook fits into one end of the junction tubing and the tube fly into the other, making it all one unit. For the trailer hook you want to pick a stout, straight eye, short shanked stinger, like the Ahrex Tube hook, or the Gamakatsu C14S. Steelheaders stick to the single hooks, while most Atlantic Salmon anglers on the other side of the pond prefer the short shank double hooks. Another huge feature to actual fishing performance is that you can replace the hook with a brand new one at any time. If your hook point is fouled and dull or bent out, you can just nip it off and replace it, not worrying about trying to bend it back or sharpen it to save a fly that took you forever to tie. Tying on a tube is no different than tying on a regular hook. Just get yourself the adapter for your vice and get after it! – Justin Miller

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Eyes

OVER CENTURIES OF EVOLUTION

Peacock Bass in the Amazon have actually developed a unique, protective coloration to encourage aquatic (and perhaps aerial) predators to attack their wrong, and far less vital, ass end.

Enrico’s Crab and Shrimp Eyes

Dazl-Eyes

These are realistic, pre-formed, colored, stiff, durable, epoxy/mono eyes that are primarily used for shrimp patterns and other saltwater flies.They add realism, save a ton of time in fly production, and eliminate the need to craft (uncolored) shrimp eyes from heavy mono by melting the ends.

A vast improvement over standard cast eyes, Dazl Eyes are machined from brass, are more durable than cast eyes. They fit better, stay in place, and attach more firmly on the hook than most other barbell-style eyes.

Color

X-Small

Amber Eye . . . . . . Black Eye . . . . . . . Natural Eye . . . . Red Eye . . . . . . . . 6 pair per package

. . . .

Small

.#6171 . .6187 . .6196 . .6210 $6.50

. . . . . . . .#6178 . . . . . . . . .6189 . . . . . . . . .6197 . . . . . . . . .6211

Large

. . . . . . . .#6179 . . . . . . . . .6190 . . . . . . . . .6199 . . . . . . . . .6215

Color

3/32˝

Gold . . . .#9511 Nickel . . . 9512 Black . . . . 9513 25 per package

1/8˝

5/32˝

3/16˝

7/32˝

. . . .#4906 . . . .#4920 . . . .#4927 . . . .#9514 . . . . .4882 . . . . .4883 . . . . . .4886 . . . . .9515 . . . . .4899 . . . . .4904 . . . .4914 . . . . .9516 $5.95

Non-Toxic Non-Lead Barbell Eyes Monofilament Nymph Eyes

Matt Harr is photos

Most fish in the wild live in fear of each other and it is uncommon to see a smaller Peacock bass that doesn’t display a ragged tail that been gnawed on by one of its own. Eyes are a very important predatory “trigger”. In fact,an extra extra eye on the tailgate is a common camoflage among a great many fresh and saltwater species. Eyes can’t be ephasized enough, and serious fly tiers should give a great deal of thought to the color and size of the eyes they choose.

Flat End Eye Glass Rattles™ A great way to add sound to your flies without dealing with the bulk of a standard glass rattle. Tie in like a normal dumbell eye and coat with Zap-A-Gap to help keep in place. #28530 3mm 1⁄4˝, 10 per package

These are just the ticket when you want to add eyes to a fly without a lot of weight. Mono Nymph eyes will provide realism to flies, and allow softer presentation and a slower sink rate than standard bead chain. Ideal for damsels, dragons and, ultra-shallow bonefish situations. Black . . . . . . . . . .Mini, XS, S, M, L, XL . . . . . . . . .#FT29MB Olive . . . . . . . . .Mini, XS, S, M, L, XL . . . . . . . .FT29MO 12 per package $2.25

Larger eyes often trigger a strike. These are excellent eco-friendly alternatives to lead barbell eyes and weigh only 63% as much as the lead eyes in the corresponding size. (Tiers are able to use a larger eye). #FT26M Silver, Sizes: XS, Sm, Med, Lrg 10 per package $2.25

Pseudo Dumbell Eyes Brass barbell-shaped eyes with built-in colored pupils. These are super-durable, will add weight and will make any size fresh or saltwater streamer more attractive. 5/32˝

Double Pupil Lead Eyes These brightly colored, enamelled lead eyes add more than weight to any fresh or saltwater fly and the highly visible black-on-white pupils ought to trigger an attack from any hungry predator with a brain in its head. Color

X-Sm.

Size hook:

#8-10

Small #4-6

Black. . . . . . .#19849 . . . . .#19850 Chart. . . . . . .19841 . . . . . . .19842 Fl. Orange . . . .19833 . . . . . . .19834 Yellow . . . . . . .19837 . . . . . . .19838 Pink . . . . . . . .19845 . . . . . . .19846 10 per package $3.95

Medium

Large

#2-1/0

#1/0-3/0

. . . . .#19851 . . . . . .19843 . . . . . .19835 . . . . . .19839 . . . . . .19847

. . . . .#19852 . . . . . .19844 . . . . . .19836 . . . . . .19840 . . . . . .19848

3/16˝

Black/Chart. . #20990 . . . . .#20991 Black/Red . . . . .20994 . . . . . .20995 Black/Yellow . . .20998 . . . . . .20999 Nickel/Chart. . . .21002 . . . . . .21003 Nickel/Red . . . . .21006 . . . . . .21007 Nickel/Yellow . . .21010 . . . . . .21011 12 per package $5.95

7/32˝

. . . . .#20992 . . . . . .20996 . . . . . .21000 . . . . . .21004 . . . . . .21008 . . . . . .21012

1/4˝

. . . . .#20993 . . . . . .20997 . . . . . .21001 . . . . . .21005 . . . . . .21009 . . . . . .21013

I-Balz Machined from brass, etched, then painted with durable black enamel pupils on a contrasting iris to achieve a realistic, attractive and irresistible effect. I-Balz Color

5/32˝

3/16˝

1/4˝

Black with Chartreuse Iris . . .#4457. . . . . #4459 . . . . .#4461 Gold with Red Iris . . . . . . . . . .4462. . . . . . 4466 . . . . . .4467 Nickel with Chartreuse Iris . . . .4470. . . . . . 4471 . . . . . .4472 12 per package $7.95

$6.95

Bead Chain Eyes Chicone Stealth Bead Chain Standard bead chain painted in stealthy matte colors to add needed weight, without the flash. Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medium . . . . . . .Large

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#25094 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25095 Grass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25096 Olive Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25097 Pale Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25098 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25099 $2.95

. . . . . . .#25100 . . . . . . . .25101 . . . . . . . .25102 . . . . . . . .25103 . . . . . . . .25104 . . . . . . . .25105

The simple, practical, and effective solution to adding eyes to many patterns while simultaneously improving the sink rate. They’re excellent for bonefish or shad patterns and simulate the bug-eye effect of many small fry and other little baitfish. It’s important to remember that applying chain bead, barbell, Dazl-Eyes, Real Eyes, and I-Balz will make your fly ride hook up (and weed/rock-free). There’s 18 inches of strung chain in each package. Gold . . . . . .XS , Sm, Med, Large , XL . . . . . . . . . .#FT27M Silver . . . . .XS , Sm, Med, Large , XL . . . . . . . . . . .FT28M Black . . . . .XS , Sm, Med, Large , XL . . . . . . . . . . .FT25M $3.25 pkg.

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Painted Lead Eyes Identical to the brightly colored, Double Pupil Eyes, but employing a less complicated paint effect and slightly larger black-on-color irises. Color

X-Sm.

Size hook:

Chart. Pearl . Red . . Yellow 10 per

#8-10

Small

Medium

#4-6

#2-1/0

. . . . . .#15233 . . . . .#15234 . . . . .#15235 . . . . . . .15237 . . . . . .15238 . . . . . .15239 . . . . . . .15241 . . . . . .15242 . . . . . .15243 . . . . . . .15245 . . . . . .15246 . . . . . . .15247 package $3.25

Large #1/0-3/0

. . . . .#15236 . . . . . .15240 . . . . . .15244 . . . . . .15248

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The Fly Shop’s Glass

Taxi Eyes Lifelike, Irresistible, and Durable!

Tacky End Embellishing Tool This is a great new tool for sticking eyes onto your fly without getting adhesives all over your fingers, or on the eye. This tool works great for picking up any small items like hooks and beads as well!

These new glass eyes, available exclusively from The Fly Shop® are practically indestructible, and when they’re attached to a hook, they’ll be the last material that comes off your favorite fly.

$6.50

#26907 2 per package

Developed for professional taxidermy, they’re translucent, incredibly lifelike, and add a new, natural, 3-dimensional aspect to all our streamers! A C E N T U R Y A G O tiers began using Jungle Cock to represent eyes, add realism to their

Fish Skull Living Eyes Photo-accurate holographic eyes that have an ultra realistic 3D look. Best glued on with Zap-A-Gap, then coated with UV Clear, Epoxy or Softex. Color

5mm

6mm

Green . . .#15209 . . .#15210 Gold . . . . . 15214 . . . .15215 Fire . . . . . 15219 . . . .15220 Silver . . . . 15224 . . . .15225 25 per package $3.25

7mm

. . .#15211 . . . .15216 . . . .15221 . . . .15226

8.5mm

. . .#15212 . . . .15217 . . .15222 . . .15227

10mm

. . .#15313 . . . .15218 . . . .15223 . . . .15228

baitfish imitations and make them more effective. Modern fly tiers have a far broader choice, with paint-on, stick-on, epoxy, holographic, monofilament, bead chain, and a variety of barbell eyes in their tool chest. Taxi Eyes are an import from the professional taxidermy industry, where there’s no substitute for realism and life-like accuracy. Taxi Eyes feature a black pupil (common to all animals) surrounded by a perfectly round eye in a choice of three translucent colors. That color is often enhanced by the color of other materials in the pattern. And, becuse they’re glass,Taxi Eyes pick up and refract light in low light conditions, making them more visible in all situations, and at greater depths than alternative eye imitations.

T A X I E Y E S are molded permanently molded to a durable, small diameter

Holographic 3-D Eyes Molded, stick-on eyes with an awesome 3-D effect add both realism and effectiveness to streamer patterns. Best to be glued on with Zap-A-Gap, then coated with UV Clear, Epoxy or Softex. 1/8˝

Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . .#106 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Mirage . . . . . . . . . . . . .274 20 per package $2.95

3/16˝

1/4˝

wire that can be cut and bent to a 90 degree angle, then tied to shank of an appropriately sized hook. Without having to resort to messy glues or timeconsuming epoxy, fly tiers should be able to use Taxi Eyes to and create more durable and life-like eyes and profiles quickly. A coat of head cement is all that’s necessary to ensure you won’t have to retire an otherwise perfect fly because one or more of the stick-on eyes fell off. Pairs of Taxi Eyes are permanently molded to a durable, small diameter wire that can be cut and bent to a 90-degree angle, then tied to the shank of the hook.

5/16˝

. . . . .#4583 . . . .#4584 . . . . . .#4585 . . . . . .4580 . . . . . .4581 . . . . . . .4582 . . . . . .4586 . . . . . .4587 . . . . . . .4588 . . . . . . .285 . . . . . . .310 . . . . . . . .373

T H E Y ’ R E A V A I L A B L E in three practical

Surface Seducer Eyes Versatile eyes to imitate anything from baitfish to amphibians, or even a reptile! These specifically fit into the Surface Seducer Popper bodies attracting the most weary of fish to aggressively blitzkrieg your fly. 3mm

4mm

White . . . . . . . . . . .#23386 Green . . . . . . . . . . . .23390 Volcano Red . . . . . . .23394 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .23398 $4.95 pkg.

. . . .#23387 . . . . .23391 . . . . .23395 . . . . .23399

6mm

8mm

. . . .#23388 . . . . .#23389 . . . . .23392 . . . . . .23393 . . . . .23396 . . . . . .23397 . . . . .23400 . . . . . .23401

colors and three sizes that are appropriate for a wide variety of tropical and freshwater streamers, bonefish flies, and saltwater patterns. We’ve already used Taxi Eyes on a number of standard streamer patterns, adding an awesome, threedimensional, realistic effect to our Peacock Cruisers, Home Invaders, Whitlock streamers, Gotchas, and a variety of other popular flies.

Color

Pupil

5mm

7mm

9mm

Amber . . . . . . . . .Black . . . . . . . . . .#27151. . . . . . . . #27152 . . . . . .#27153

10 pair per package

$5.99

Light Amber . . . . .Black . . . . . . . . . . .27145. . . . . . . . . 27146 . . . . . . .27147 Clear . . . . . . . . . .Black . . . . . . . . . . .27148. . . . . . . . . 27149 . . . . . . .27150 w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m s p h o n e 8 0 0 - 6 6 9 - 3 4 7 4

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Beadheads & Cones

Innovations in freshwater nymphs and streamers The Fly Shop’s Bead and Conehead size guide 1/16 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 20-24 5/64 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.0 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 18-22 3/32 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 16-18 7/64 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.8 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 14 and 16 1/8 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.3 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 10-14 3/16 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.3 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 4-8 5/32 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.8 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook sizes 10 and 12 7/32 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.8 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook sizes 2-8 1/4 fly tying bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.3 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 2 and 4 Extra small cone head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook sizes, 8, 10, 12 Small cone head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook sizes 6 and 8 Medium cone head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook sizes 6 and 4 Large cone head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hook size 2

Taper Drilled Bead Heads Bead heads add weight, flash, and has revolutionized nymph fishing, producing fish under nearly all conditions. The wide array of sizes and finishes will cover any fly-tying or fishing situation. Dia.

Dia.

Hook

Silver

Gold

Black

Copper

1/16˝. . 1.5 mm. . 20-22 . . #4335 . . #2864 . . . #6169 . . . #2901 5/64˝ . . . 2 mm . . . 18-20 . . . 4391. . . . 2874 . . . . 6170 . . . . 2902 3/32˝ . . 2.3 mm . . . 14-18 . . . 4392. . . . 2894 . . . . 6180 . . . . 2903 7/64˝ . . 2.8 mm . . . 14-16 . . . 4404. . . . 2895 . . . . 6184 . . . 2904 1/8˝ . . . 3.2 mm. . . 12-14 . . . 5270. . . . 2896 . . . . 6218 . . . 2905 5/32˝ . . . 4 mm . . . 10-12 . . . 5286. . . . 2897 . . . . 6220 . . . 2906 3/16˝ . . 4.8mm . . . . . 6-8 . . . 5303. . . . 2898 . . . . 6239 . . . . 2907 7/32˝ . . 5.5 mm . . . . . 4-6 . . . 5354. . . . 2899 . . . . 9287 . . . 2908 1/4˝ . . . 6.3 mm. . . . . 2-4 . . . 6165. . . . 2900 . . . . 9288 . . . 2909 Sizes 1⁄16˝ - 3⁄16˝ pkg./24 $3.95 Sizes 7⁄32˝ - 1⁄4˝ pkg./20 $3.95

Tyers Beads Glass beads are an indispensable part of fly tying used to add both weight and iridescence. Tyers Beads are synonymous with quality and many of the sizes and colors are incorporated in flies found only at The Fly Shop®. Color

Midge

Small

Med

Large

Cr ystal Ir idescent . . . . . . #11813 . #11826 . #11746 . #11752 Irr. Caddis Green . . . . . . . 11817 . . . 11835. . . . . N/A . . . . . N/A Irr. Caddis Orange . . . . . . 11819 . . 11837. . . . . N/A . . . . N/A Irr. Caddis Yellow . . . . . . . 11818 . . 11836 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A Irr. Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11816 . . 11829 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A Irr. Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . 11815 . . 11828 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A

Rising Bead Chart Coaster Choosing which size hook to go with which bead when tying flies can be tricky, especially if you are starting out. Lucky for you Mickey Anderson at Rising did all the homework, and created our easy to use Bead Chart. Keep the coaster on your tying table and always have the reference chart handy. Time saved tying equates to more flies, more time on the water, or just more time contemplating the big fish your creation from the vise will catch.

Irr. White . . . . . . . . . . . . 11814 . . 11827 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A

Hareline Feed-A-Bead™ with Organizer

Opaque Blue Dun . . . . . . . 11825 . . 11860 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A Opaque Blac k . . . . . . . . . 11824 . . 11859 . . . . N/A . . . . N/A

Stores, organizes and acts as a steady, third hand that helps to feed beads onto hooks with remarkable ease. Will work on nearly all styles of beads, cones and larger hooks. #28528 5 pack Organizer set 28529 10 pack $5.50

$5.50

Silverlined Gold . . . . . . . . 11823 . . 11858 . . 11748. . . 11757 Silverlined Orange . . . . . . . N/A . . . . N/A . . . . N/A. . . 11782 Silverlined Silver . . . . . . . 11822 . . 11857 . . 11747. . . 11754 Silverlined Red . . . . . . . . . . N/A . . . . N/A . . 11749. . . 11781 Trout Root Beer . . . . . . . . 11821 . . 11839 . . 11751. . . 11922 Trout Red . . . . . . . . . . . . 11820 . . 11838 . . . . N/A . . . . . N/A

per package $1.95

#21998 $10.00

Hareline Hump Back Glass Beads™ Great for creating transparent backs in a wide variety of colors to match many bug patterns. A new favorite for midge patterns, as well as various nymph emergers. Easily slides on hook shanks and adds a unique look to flies of all types.

These are a low cost option to getting a “true” anodized bead featuring a broad selection of great fish loving colors that will spice up any nymph.

Peak Hook and Bead Cup

Blac k . . . . . . . . . .#29531

Rainbow Clear . . .#28539

MayBrown . #15276 . #15277 . #15278 . #15279 . #15280 . #15281

Brown . . . . . . . . . .28532

Rainbow Amber . . . .28540

Cad. Green . 15282 . . 15283 . . 15284 . 15285 . . 15286 . . 15287

Terrific way to organize those tiny, easy-to-lose and misplaced items. Fully rounded bottom makes removing items easy, and is lightweight with a table friendly bottom. Multiple cups can be easily stacked so they store neatly out of the way when not in use.

Caddis Green . . . . .28533

Rainbow Red

#4483

$24.95

. . . . .28541 Clear . . . . . . . . . . .28534 Rainbow White . . . .28542 Matte Clear . . . . . .28536 Rainbow Olive . . . . .28537 Gray . . . . . . . . . . .28535 Rainbow Root Beer .28544 Red . . . . . . . . . . . .28543 Peacoc k Blac k . . . . .28538 20 - 100 beads per package, depending on size $4.95

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Nymph Head Anodized Beads

Color

Baetis

2.0mm

2.4mm

2.8mm

3.2mm

4.0mm

4.8mm

. . . 15288 . . 15289 . . 15290 . . 15291 . . 15292 . . 15293

Stonefly . . 15294 . . 15295 . . 15296 . . 15297 . . 15298 . . 15299 STH Blue . . 15300 . . 15301 . . 15302 . . 15303 . . 15304 . . 15305 Blood Red . 15306 . . 15307 . . 15308 . . 15309 . . 15310 . . 15311 . . 15312 . . 15313 . . 15314 . . 15476 . . 15315 . . 15316 15 per package $3.95 Shr imp

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Firehole Tear Drop Body

Firehole Bug Bands Firehole Stones

Taper Drilled Hot Beads

Cross-Eyed Tapered Cone Heads

Brass beads with a brilliant baked-on enamel finish.

Add realism, weight, and action to your streamers by using these conehead eyes that feature deep recessed pockets, and bright, prismatic eyes. Each finish is packaged with the appropriate, complementing eye colors.

Size

Salmon Pink

Hot Orange

Chartreuse

Pearl

5/64˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . #3400 3/32˝ . . . . . . . . . . . 21354 . . . . . 21347 . . . . . . 21355 . . . . . . 3401 7/64˝ . . . . . . . . . . . 21353 . . . . . 21348 . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . . 3402 1/8˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . 21352 . . . . . 21349 . . . . . . 21356 . . . . . . 3403 5/32˝ . . . . . . . . . . . 21351 . . . . . 21350 . . . . . . 21357 . . . . . . 3404

Firehole Stones Firehole Stones are the most modestly priced, top quality tungsten beads. The matte paint job on these beads is very unique, and available in colors not found from any other bead manufacturer.

3/16˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . 6956. . . . . . . 6966 . . . . . . . 6968 . . . . . . . N/A 1/4˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6967 . . . . . . 6967 . . . . . . 6969 . . . . . . . N/A

2.0mm

2.5mm 3mm

Hook Size

18-22

14-18

12-16

3.5mm 10-14

4mm 8-12

Almond Joy . . . . . #25043 . #25044 . #25045 #25046. . #25047 Autumn . . . . . . . . . 25053. . . 25054 . . 25055 . . 25056 . . . 25057 Blac k . . . . . . . . . . 25058. . . 25059 . . 25060 . . 25061 . . . 25062 Caddis Green . . . . 25028. . . 25029 . . 25030 . . 25031 . . 25032 Cream Puff . . . . . . 25033. . . 25034 . . 25035 . . 25036 . . 25037 Dark Olive . . . . . . 25063. . . 25064 . . 25065 . . 25066 . . 25067 Fire Orange . . . . . 25038. . . 25039 . . 25040 . . 25041 . . 25042 Mounds . . . . . . . . . 25048. . . 25049 . . 25050 . . 25051 . . 25052 Olive . . . . . . . . . . 25083. . . 25084 . . 25085 . . 25086 . . 25087

1/4˝/pkg. 12

3/8˝/pkg 10

7/16˝/pkg. 10

Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9209 . . . . . . . .9210 . . . . . . . .N/A Nic kel Blac k . . . . . . . . . . . . .9214 . . . . . . . .9215 . . . . . . . .9216

$8.95

$6.95

20 per package

Slotted Mottled Tungsten Beads

36 beads per pack. Color

Finish

Nic kel Silver . . . . . . . . . . .#9211 . . . . . . .#9212 . . . . . . .#9213

Taper Drilled Cone Heads These very dense cone heads are intended to get the fly down fast and deep.These are perfect caps for heads on many streamer patterns. Color

X-Sm.

Small

Medium

Large

Gold . . . . . . . . . . #6732. . . . . . #6733 . . . . . . #6734 . . . . . #6735 Nic kel . . . . . . . . . 7155 . . . . . . . 7156 . . . . . . . 7157 . . . . . . 7158 Copper . . . . . . . . . 6731 . . . . . . . 2956 . . . . . . . 2957 . . . . . . 2955 Blac k . . . . . . . . . . 6915 . . . . . . . 7140 . . . . . . . 7153 . . . . . . 7154

These mottled slotted tungsten beads will look great on your tactical jig patterns. Color

2mm

2.3mm

2.8mm

3.3mm

Brown . . . . #26958 . . . . . . #26959. . . . . . . #26960 . . . . . . #26961 Olive . . . . . 26954 . . . . . . . 26955 . . . . . . . 26956 . . . . . . . 26957 Lt Olive . . . 26962 . . . . . . . 26963. . . . . . . . 26964 . . . . . . . 26965 Blac k . . . . . 26950 . . . . . . . 26951. . . . . . . . 26952 . . . . . . . 26953

20 per package $7.95

20 per package $3.50

Slate Blue . . . . . . . 25073. . . 25074 . . 25075 . . 25076 . . 25077 True Blood . . . . . . . 25068. . . 25069 . . 25070 . . 25071 . . 25072

Tungsten Beads

White . . . . . . . . . . 25078. . . 25079 . . 25080 . . 25081 . . 25082

$8.25

Size 2mm-3.5mm

Size 4mm

$9.50

Firehole Bug Bands

Fish Skulls Revolutionary weighted heads add a realistic baitfish profile to fresh and saltwater streamers. Hook Size

4, 6, 8

1, 2, 4

Color

Small

Sm./Med

1/0, 1, 2

4/0, 3/0, 2/0

Tungsten beads help eliminate lead and drop flies quickly for a deep, deadly drift into the fishes kitchen. Black

Copper

Gold

Silver

1/16˝ . . . . . .#102 . . . . . . . . .#78 . . . . . . . . .#87 . . . . . . . .#117

Add a hot spot just behind the bead while adding weight to the fly with a seamless segmented look, works with standard beads, and slotted beads.

Blue Baitfish . . . . #12981 . . . . #12988 . . . . #12995 . . . . #13002

3/32˝ . . . . . .6648 . . . . . . . .4834 . . . . . . . .6651 . . . . . . . .6645

Copper Tone . . . . . 12982 . . . . . 12989. . . . . . 12996 . . . . . 13003

7/64˝ . . . . . .5258 . . . . . . . .5259 . . . . . . . .5256 . . . . . . . .6608

Sizes

4.3MM

Dark Grey . . . . . . . 12983 . . . . . 12990. . . . . . 12997 . . . . . 13004

1/8˝ . . . . . . . .6649 . . . . . . . .4835 . . . . . . . .6652 . . . . . . . .6646

Blac k . . . . . . . . #27364. . #27365 . #27366 . #27367. . #27368

Gold Char t . . . . . . . 12984 . . . . . 12991. . . . . . 12998 . . . . . 13005

5/32˝ . . . . . .6650 . . . . . . . .4836 . . . . . . . .6653 . . . . . . . .6647

Brown . . . . . . . . 27410. . . 27411 . . 27415 . . 27416 . . . 27417

Pink Pearl . . . . . . . 12985 . . . . . 12992. . . . . . 12999 . . . . . 13006

3/16˝ . . . . . . . .94 . . . . . . . . . . .37 . . . . . . . . . .79 . . . . . . . . .103

Copper . . . . . . . . 27369. . . 27370 . . 27371 . . 27373 . . . 27374

Silver Baitfish . . . . 12986 . . . . . 12993. . . . . . 13000 . . . . . 13007

Olive . . . . . . . . . 27418. . . 27419 . . 27420 . . 27421 . . . 27422

Tan Baitfish . . . . . . 12987 . . . . . 12994. . . . . . 13001 . . . . . 13008

Orange . . . . . . . . 27423. . . 27424 . . 27425 . . 27426 . . . 27427

per package $6.95

2.5MM 2.9MM 3.3MM 3.7MM

Medium

Large

5/64˝ . . . . . .6609 . . . . . . . .4828 . . . . . . . .6599 . . . . . . . .6627

20 per package $7.95

Pink . . . . . . . . . 27405. . . 27406 . . 27407 . . 27408 . . . 27409 Purple . . . . . . . . 27386. . . 27388 . . 27390 . . 27391 . . . 27393 Red . . . . . . . . . . 27430. . . 27431 . . 27436 . . 27439 . . . 27440

Slotted Tungsten Beads

Silver . . . . . . . . . 27399. . . 27400 . . 27401 . . 27403 . . . 27404

36 per package $7.20

Fish Skull Sculpin Helmets

Firehole Tear Drop Body Tapered design for a perfectly shaped thorax on your subsurface caddis pupa/larvae or mayfly nymphs.Tungsten is almost 2 times heavy as lead, your fly will get down to fish faster, and without the bulky lead wire.

An exciting new style head with a realistic, flat, broad profile that imitates anything from a sculpin to a baby catfish. Heavily weighted keel bottom lets you tie flies that swim hook-up. Small

Color

Large

The proper beads to use with jig hooks that will butt up to the eye and sit properly on the hook shank. Color

Blac k

Gold

Copper

3/32˝ . . . . . . . . . . . .#18377 . . . . . . .#18387 . . . . . .#18382 7/64˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . .18378 . . . . . . . .18388 . . . . . . .18383 1/8˝

. . . . . . . . . . . . .18379 . . . . . . . .18389 . . . . . . .18384

Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #13009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #13013

5/32˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . .18380 . . . . . . . .18390 . . . . . . .18385 3/16˝ . . . . . . . . . . . . .18381 . . . . . . . .18391 . . . . . . .18386

2.0MM . . . . . . . . . .#27462

2.4MM . . . . . . . . .#27463

Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13015

2.7MM . . . . . . . . . . .27465

3.2MM . . . . . . . . . .27466

8 per package $6.95

3.6MM . . . . . . . . . . .27467

4.1MM . . . . . . . . . 27468

20 per package $7.95

28 per package $9.50

Fish Skull Masks Firehole Slotted Tungsten Beads

Super attractive, realistic plastic heads, with recessed eye sockets for attaching stick-on eyes.

The new Firehole Slotted Tungsten beads have a slot for jig hooks and to make it possible to get oversized or undersized beads around the bend on standard hooks. Very nice, stealthy matte finish.

Extra-Small (Sizes 6-10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 pac k . . . . #17387

Size

Tungsten Cone Heads

Small (Sizes 4-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 pac k . . . . . 17388

Twice as heavy as standard cone heads that will get down twice as fast to the fish! Refer to Bead/Cone chart for sizing. (page 22)

Medium (Sizes 1-4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 pac k . . . . . 17389

Color

Large (Sizes 1/0-2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 pac k . . . . . 17390

Copper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#4439 . . . . . . .#4441 . . . . . . .#4443

4.5mm

Xtra-Large (Sizes 2/0-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 pac k . . . . . 17391

Blac k . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4444 . . . . . . . .4445 . . . . . . . .4448

Almond Joy, Autumn, Fire Orange, Cream Puff, Black, Olive, Dark

XXL (Sizes 1/0-3/0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 pac k . . . . . 17392

Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4434 . . . . . . . .4437 . . . . . . . .4438

Olive, White, True Blood, Caddis Green, Slate Blue, Mounds

XXXL (Sizes 4/0-6/0 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 pac k . . . . . 17393

Nic kel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4449 . . . . . . . .4450 . . . . . . . .4454

#FTFST 28 per package $9.50

per package $5.95

Color

2.0mm

2.5mm

3mm

3.5mm

4mm

Small

Medium

Large

10 per package $5.95

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Dubbing Hareline Ice Dub & Hareline Steelhead Ice Dub Dubbings Ice dubbing is great for nymphs, emergers, buggers, leeches, and steelhead bodies. Easy to use, either straight or blended with another dubbing. #4848 Ice Dub Dispenser $20.95 Individual packages $3.50 pkg. 9240 STH Ice Dub Dispenser $20.95 Caddis Green . . . . .#2298 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . .#4729 STH Blue Steel . . .#11654 Chocolate Brown . . . .11655 Copper . . . . . . . . . .11796 Gold Brown . . . . . . . . . .2302 Silver Grey . . . . . . . .11657 Holographic Silver . .11791 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6348 Olive Brown . . . . . . . .2303 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .4845 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . .6325 Peacock Black . . . . .11795 Rusty Brown . . . . . . .5020 Emerald Green . . . . . .10003 Minnow Belly . . . . . .10000 Pearl Red Hue . . . . .10001 Pheasant Tail . . . . . . . . . .14320 UV Dun . . . . . . . . .10002 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4826 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14321 UV Red . . . . . . . . . . .4824 UV Tan . . . . . . . . . . .6327 UV Callibaetis . . . . . . . .8829 UV Lavender . . . . . .11792 UV Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . .4818 UV Cinnamon . . . . . . .6328 UV Dark Olive . . . . .11656 UV Fl. Hot Pink . . . . . .11794 UV Black . . . . . . . . . .2280 UV Hot Yellow . . . . .11659 UV Light Olive . . . . . . . .4758 UV Hot Orange . . . .11658 UV Purple . . . . . . . .11661 UV Brown . . . . . . . . . . .2299 UV Light Yellow . . . . .11660 UV Shrimp . . . . . . . .4822 UV Rust . . . . . . . . . . .10004 Fl Shell . . . . . . . . . . .11793 Midnight Fire . . . . . .27039 Wicked Black . . . . .27040 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . .27041

Arizona Diamond Dubbing Dubbing genius, John Rohmer’s latest creation will add extra life to your nymphs or streamers. A bit longer than AZ Synthetic Dubbing and different color spectrum. Ice Blue Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#18725 Black & Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18727 Blood Leech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18729 Fire Cracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18731 Hares Ear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18733 Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18735 Light Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18737 Tangerine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18739 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18741 Bronze Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18743 Per package $2.50

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #18726 Dk Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18728 Black & Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18730 Pheasant Tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18732 Golden Olive Brown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18734 October Caddis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18736 Light Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18738 Golden Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18740 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18742 Callibaetis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18744

Hareline Dubbing Pre-felted rabbit fur colors take all the work out of dubbing.

Arizona Synthetic Dubbing Innovative blend of synthetics that simulate natural peacock, plus much buggier and more durable. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8179 Burnt Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8181 Chocolate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8186 Hares Ears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8184 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8172 Per package $2.50

Bronze Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8177 Caddis Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8180 Gold Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8176 Light Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8173 Pheasant Tail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8178

Jay Fair Seal Sub Dub

Hares Ear . . . . . . . . Olive Hares Ear . . . Black . . . . . . . . . . . Rusty Orange . . . . . Cinnamon Caddis . . Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . Light Olive . . . . . . . Antique Gold . . . . . Stonefly . . . . . . . . . Light Cahill . . . . . . . Pale Yellow . . . . . . . Olive Dun . . . . . . . . Seal Brown . . . . . . . Per package $2.95

. . . . . . . . . . . . .

.#3489 . .4225 . .3500 . .3504 . .3503 . .3497 . .3511 . .5424 . .3509 . .0667 . .3510 . .3495 . .0948

Dark Hares Ear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3502 Caddis Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3490 Olive Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0756 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3491 Green Damsel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3494 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3513 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3505 March Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3508 Chocolate Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0949 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3499 McKenzie Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0022 Golden Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8024 Dark Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8022

. . . . . . . .

.#3484 . .3481 . .5433 . .3486 . .3501 . .3543 . .3590 . .3498

Brown Olive . . . . . Chartreuse . . . . . Light Olive . . . . . . Purple . . . . . . . . . Dun . . . . . . . . . . Highlander Green Kingfisher Blue . . Yellow . . . . . . . . .

The number one substitute for natural seal fur. Used extensively in Jay Fair and Denny Rickards Southern Oregon patterns. Seal Dub picks out well and separates for a translucent, buggy appearance. Black . . . . . . Burgundy . . . Medium Olive Per package

. . . . . .#7528 . . . . . . .7509 . . . . . .7512 $4.25

Burnt Orange . . . . .#7510 Dark Brown . . . . . . . .7514 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7533

Brown . . . . . . . . . .#7513 Dark Olive . . . . . . . .7511

Trilobal Dubbing This Trilobal dubbing will add translucence and life to all of your flies. Great for streamers, buggers, or steelhead flies. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9357 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .9371 Shell Pink . . . . . . . . . . .9377 Golden Stone . . . . . . . .9380 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . .9383 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9701 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . .9704 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9708 Brown Stone . . . . . . . . .9360 Cinnamon Caddis . . . . .9363 Damsel Green . . . . . . .9365 Flame . . . . . . . . . . . . .9372 Per package $2.95

Fiery Brown . . . . . . . .#9369 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . .9373 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .9378 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9381 Kingfisher Blue . . . . . .9700 Olive Black Leech . . . .9702 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9705 White . . . . . . . . . . . . .9709 Burnt Orange . . . . . . . .9361 Claret . . . . . . . . . . . . .9364 Dark Brown . . . . . . . . .9367

Cerise . . . . . . . . Fl. Pink . . . . . . . Gold . . . . . . . . . Highlander Green Bloody Leech . . . Olive Brown . . . . Rust . . . . . . . . . Yellow . . . . . . . . Caddis Green . . . Cream . . . . . . . . Dark Olive . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . .

.#9370 . .9374 . .9379 . .9382 . .9359 . .9703 . .9706 . .9710 . .9362 . .9366 . .9368

Angora Goat Dubbing Pre-cut, blended, felted goat. Black . . . . . . . . . . . Brown . . . . . . . . . . . Fiery Brown . . . . . . . Orange . . . . . . . . . . Claret . . . . . . . . . . . Fl. Fire Orange . . . . . Hot Pink . . . . . . . . . Red . . . . . . . . . . . . Per package $1.95

. . . . . . . .

.#6156 . .3488 . .3485 . .3483 . .3512 . .3547 . .3561 . .3531

Natural Muskrat One of the most traditional dubbings for dries and nymphs, most famously used for the Adams and counterpart the Parachute Adams. #6183

patch $2.95

Australian ‘Possum A great fur to blend with other dubbings or a wonderful substitute for Hare’s dub. Brushed out will give a buggy profile that is great for any subsurface pattern! #112 patch

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Super-Fine Dry Fly Dubbing

Buggy Nymph Dubbing

Super-Fine is the best small dry fly dubbing we've found, used or even heard about! The buoyant dubbing fibers are pre-treated with a waterproofing agent to help dry flies ride even higher than most synthetics in the water. Extremely natural practical colors.

A fibrous semi-coarse, translucent, and absorbent synthetic that’s quick and easy to dub. Use for nymphs like the Birds Nest and other nymphs that requires a buggy, dubbed body.

Individual - 24 colors $1.95 pkg. #3778 (With these 12 colors) $12.50 Light Cahill . . . . . .#3429 Black . . . . . . . . . .#3439 Blue Wing Olive . . . .3438 Brown . . . . . . . . . . .4993 Amber . . . . . . . . . . .3434 Mahogany . . . . . . . .5140 Hendrickson Pink . . .5135 Brown/Olive . . . . . . .3433

Super Fine 1 Dry Fly Dubbing and Dispenser Adams Gray . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . Blue Dun . . . . . . Pale Evening Dun

. . . .

.#3428 . .3435 . .5139 . .5136

(With these 12 colors) #4464 Gray Olive . . . . . . .#3444 Cinnamon Caddis Rusty Brown . . . . . . .3441 Fl. Chartreuse . . Golden Olive . . . . . . .5138 Brown Olive . . . . Pale Yellow . . . . . . . .3430 Sulphur Orange .

$12.50 .#3432 . . .3442 . . .3433 . . .5134

Super Fine 11 Dry Fly Dubbing and Dispenser Pale Morning Dun Blue Wing Olive . . Dark Tan . . . . . . . Tan . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . .

.#3431 . .3438 . .3436 . .3437

Antron Dubbing The most popular, all-time synthetic dubbing and considered a staple by most expert tiers. #2057 Antron 1 Dubbing Dispenser (12 colors)

Mercer’s Buggy Nymph Dubbing The exact formula blend that Mike Mercer developed for his own patterns. A spectrum mix of anywhere from 5 to15 colors in each dubbing blend. Individual or Dispenser. Amber Caddis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3823 Baetis . . . . . . Caddis Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3828 Dark Stone . . . Golden Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3826 Light Cahill . . . Micro May . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3829 October Caddis PMD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3836 Callibaetis . . . Trigger Nymph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3837 Z-Wing . . . . . #5023 Dispenser $22.95 Individual Pac kages $2.50

2091 Antron II Dubbing Dispenser $11.95 All colors available in Individual Packages 1.95

Antron 1 Golden Stone . Sand . . . . . . . Dark Olive . . . Chocolate . . .

. . . .

#2092 . 2282 . 2159 . 2339

Cahill Cream . . . . . #2244 Medium Olive. . . . . . 2136 Ginger Variant . . . . . 2338 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . 2241

Light Olive Hexagenia Hares Ear Light Gray

. . . .

#2342 . 2500 . 2426 . 2608

Charcoal Gray . . . . #2482 Olive Damsel . . . . . . 2392 March Brown . . . . . . 2583 Light Olive Dun . . . . . 2443

Forest Green Rust . . . . . . Golden Olive Golden Tan .

Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #5626 Medium Olive . . . . . . . 5624 Fl. Chartreuse . . . . . . . 5333 $1.75

. . . . . .

.#3824 . .3825 . .5021 . .3831 . .4948 . .3876

. . . . . . .#2097 . . . . . . . .2336 . . . . . . . . . .2193 . . . . . . . .2341

. . . . .#2382 . . . . . . .2501 . . . . . . . .2429 . . . . . . .2653

A near identical color spectrum to Mercer’s Buggy Nymph with crystal fibers. Amber Caddis . . . . . . . Callibaetis . . . . . . . . . . Golden Stone . . . . . . . . Micro May Olive . . . . . PMD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Z-Wing Olive . . . . . . . . #11518 Dispenser Individual Pac kages

. . . . . .

....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... $22.95 2.95

. . . . . .

.#11521 . .11523 . .11525 . .11527 . .11529 . .11531

Baetis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#11522 Dark Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11524 Lt. Cahill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11526 October Caddis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11528 Trigger March Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . .11530 Caddis Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..11532

Antron Yarn

Arizona Simi Seal Dubbing

Ideal for caddis pupa, and effective when the antron yarn is combined with any other dubbing or fur.

Great for leeches, large nymphs and an excellent seal substitute.

Cream . . . . . . . . . .#3141 White . . . . . . . . . .#3150 Copper . . . . . . . . . .4205 Brown Stone . . . . . .5622 Olive Dun . . . . . . . .5628

. . . . . .

Mercer's Crystal Buggy Nymph Dubbing

Antron 11 Blue Grass . . Dark Stone . Mint . . . . . . Squirrel Belly

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8551 Brown Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8556 Dark Hares Ears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8554 Dark Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8552 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8548 Lava Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8547 Light Hares Ears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8553 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8545 Sage Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8549 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8550 Tan Damsel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8546 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8555 #11483 Dispenser $22.95 Individual Pac kages $2.25

Light Yellow . . . . . . #5623 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . 3146 Burnt Orange. . . . . . 3143 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .3145 Steel Gray . . . . . . . .4278

Black . . . . . . . . . . . Blood Leech . . . . . . Canadian Olive . . . . Crystal . . . . . . . . . . Per package $1.95

. . . .

.#11783 . .11784 . .11785 . .11786

Dark Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#11787 Golden Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11788 Gray Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11789 Reddish Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11790

McFlylon Poly Yarn Great source of poly yarn in all the colors you wish they would come in. Super parachute post material. Used in the famous Tarpon Toad pattern. Blue Dun . . . Gray . . . . . . Brown . . . . . Olive . . . . . . Copper . . . . Per package

. . . . .

..... ..... ..... ..... ..... $4.95

. . . . .

.#418 . .835 . .833 . .831 . .533

Gold . . Yellow . Lime . . Cherise White .

. . . . .

.#534 . .638 . .682 . .842 . .405

. . . .Black . . . . . . . . .Lt. Copper . . . . .Chartreuse . . . . . .Orange . . . . . . . .Damsel Blue

. . . . .

.#411 . .464 . .839 . .827 . .911

Polytron Yarn The closest thing we’ve found to Z-Lon, in an easy-to-use, spooled format. Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#6011 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . .6016 Fire Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . .6020 Fl.Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6033 Highlander . . . . . . . . . . . . .6036 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6172 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6175 Per spool $2.25

Lime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#6012 . . . . .Fl. Green . . . . . . . . . . .#6015 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6017 . . . . .Amber . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6018 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6026 . . . . .Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6032 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6034 . . . . .Foam Blue . . . . . . . . . . .6035 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6014 . . . . .Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6168 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6173 . . . . .White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6174

Hareline’s Custom Blend Dubbing Kit Create your own blend of colors and fibers easily and quickly with this new set of blending tools. The kit is manufactured by the leader in packaged dubbing, complete with a sampling of dubbing and instructions to help you create your own unique dubbing colors and fiber combinations. Simply work the furs and or synthetics into evenly distributed mats on the dubbing board and blend them together with the wire brush. #19818 19969

Hareline Custom Blend Dubbing Kit Replacement Brush

$119.95 18.95

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Why the sudden popularity and new

Jig Hooks? The Fly Shop® prides itself on our cutting edge inventory. We have an excellent selection of jig hooks and other specialty products. All our hooks can be found on pages 4, 5 and 6 in this issue. The Fly Shop Model TFS 5444

Katie Falkenberg photo

Available in sizes 3/0, 2/0,1/0, 1, 2, 4, 6 Standard wire model appropriate for most jig hook applications. A top quality at a super reasonable price. This is a solid hook in large sizes for Striper flies; i.e. Flashtail or Clouser Minnows, as well as other freshwater nymphs and streamers. Umpqua Feather Merchant UFMXF506H

I T ’ S H A R D T O T E L L sometimes whether new fly fishing techniques develop first or if they’re the result of new tackle, flies, or materials. Maybe both. The current enthusiasm that surrounds Euro (or Czech) nymphing has flourished simply because it works. And while some argue that it’s just a more sophisticated version of the high sticking method that’s been around for a long time, this offshoot of competition angling has spawned an entirely new generation of terminal tackle and shifted the focus of how we tie and fish some of our flies. The Euro Nuts weren’t the first to point out that flies tied on jig hooks ride hook up and have less a tendency to snag on bottom debris. But they did prove conclusively in competition that flies tied on those hooks caught more fish than those which weren’t tied on jig hooks. Add to that the inarguable fact that a larger number of fish nabbed with a jig hook actually make it to hand, and that (because most of those fish are more commonly stung in the upper mouth or lip) it’s a quick and easy task to release fish nailed with a jig hook. Proven more effective with a lower mortality. Jig hooks certainly aren’t the correct choice for every fly, but they should be considered as the hook of choice for balanced flies, streamers and lot of others. Our in-house expert tier, Mike Mercer questions “whether the common dorsal features of a nymph – wing cases, abdomen carapaces, etc. – should be tied inside the hook gap to accommodate the “upside down” presentation of the jig hook, or on the opposite, more traditional side. And as stated earlier, there is a definite learning curve associated with tying on jig hooks, most noticeably when tying in multiple materials inside the hook gap…it is just awkward.“ As with many innovations in tying, jig hooks are not going to take the place of existing options, but they are a highly useful addition to our arsenal for nymphs and streamers and they certainly deserve your attention.

Here’s a helpful chart The Fly Shop® developed from a lot of trial and error that’ll make selecting the appropriate slotted bead head for the jig hook you’ve chosen a lot easier.

1/16˝ 5/64˝ 3/32˝ 7/64˝

Hook

#18-22 16-20 16-18 14-16

Umpqua Feather Merchant UFMXC450BL-BN

High carbon steel with a curved, barbles, needle point. Available in Sizes 10-16 60 degree jig hook, heavy wire, barbless, Xtra long needle point, black nickel. A great choice for all “jigged” nymphs including “Balanced Leeches”. The curved needle point sticks in the fish’s mouth once hooked. Umpqua Feather Merchant UFMXC400BL-BN

The new standard in jig hooks, high carbon steel wire. Available in Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 Jig hook, needle point, black nickel, barbless. Slightly longer shank length hook that is most commonly used for “Balanced Leeches”, but is still great for all “jigged” nymphs. Firehole Model 516 Heavy Wire Jig Hook

Slotted Bead Head and Jig Hook Chart Bead

Super-heavy, forged wire model ideal for larger fish. Available in Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0 60 degree jig hook, extra heavy wire, needle point, black nickel finish. The extra heavy wire makes this a top choice for big game flies, jungle patterns and saltwater applications.

Bead

Hook

1/8˝ #12-14 5/32˝ 10-12 3/16˝ 6-8 7/32˝ 4-6

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Available in sizes 10-20 Heavy style jig hook, 60 degree bend, 1x wide gape, standard shank length, barbless. Heavy wire jig hook available in smaller sizes not found in other models.This is the hook for anyone who is tying small “jigged” nymphs.

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Midge Flash Flashabou™ Dynamite material for both saltwater and freshwater patterns. Flashy, durable, gives plenty of action. Silver . . . . . . . . . . . #3195 Copper . . . . . . . . . . . 3186 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . 3196 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3192 Light Green . . . . . . . . 3188 Bullfrog . . . . . . . . . . . 3198 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3194 Salt & Pepper . . . . . . 3190 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . 8025 Blue Pearl . . . . . . . . . 6802 Olive Pearl . . . . . . . . 8456 Gunmetal . . . . . . . . . . . . 8468 Dark Blue Pearl . . . . . . . 8418 Per package $5.25

Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .#4797 Light Blue . . . . . . . . .3191 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .3187 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . .3197 Sunburst . . . . . . . . . .3193 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .3189 Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3199 Fuschia . . . . . . . . . . .4796 Bronze . . . . . . . . . . .8458 Pearl Peacock . . . . . .8455 Pearl Lavender . . . . . .8457 Ocean Green . . . . . . .8500 Pink Pearl . . . . . . . . .8419

A smaller, more supple version of Krystal Flash that will add more motion to nymphs, saltwater flies, streamers.The colors are fantastic and mimic bait. Chartreuse . . . . . . . . .#4314 Light Blue Dun . . . . . .4212 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .4188 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . .4211 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14314 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14316 Per package $4.95

Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .#4189 Root Beer . . . . . . . . .4187 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . .4185 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . .4223 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14315 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . .14317

A fluorescent micro fiber with a very fine texture. Used extensively on commercial, contemporary Steelhead and Baitfish patterns. Chartreuse . . . . . . . .#8372 Hot Pink . . . . . . . . . .#8377 Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . . .8384 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8401 White . . . . . . . . . . . .19208 $4.95

Hot Orange . . . . . . . .8376 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .8396 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . .8386 . Light Pink . . . . . . . .19207 .

Grizzly Barred Flashabou™ Great substitute for saddle hackle on steelhead flies and a provocative, versatile new streamer material. Pink . . . . . . Blue . . . . . . Clear . . . . . . Per package

. . . . . .#19867 . . . . . . .19869 . . . . . . .19871 $5.95

Orange . . . . . . . . . .#19868 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . . .19870

Saltwater Flashabou™ This wider (1/16˝) version is great for saltwater baitfish and bass patterns. Required for the Dali Lama. Pearl. . . . . . . . . . . . #3200 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . 3204 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . 3203 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . 3219 Per package $5.50

Fluoro Fiber

Gold . . . . Red . . . . . Dark Blue Pink . . . .

. . . .

.#3202 . .3201 . .3205 . .3747

Glow-in-the-Dark Flashabou™ “Charge” this material by exposing it to bright light, causing it to slowly emit a soft glow for several minutes. It’ll increase visibility on dark days, dim light, in murky waters or night angling. Creamy White . . . . . #540 Fl. Pink. . . . . . . . . . . . 549 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . 1481 Per package $5.95

Krystal Flash

Fl. Green . . . . . . . . . #550 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . . . 566 Fl. Blue . . . . . . . . . . 1501

Lite Brite Superfine, Mylar hair that is ideal for baitfish imitations and a million other patterns. Also try dubbing it. Black . . . . . . . . . . .#12826 Hot Lime . . . . . . . . .12855 Green . . . . . . . . . . . .12833 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .12843 Copper . . . . . . . . . . .12838 Deep Blue . . . . . . . .12862 Pearl Blue . . . . . . . . .12850 Hares Ear . . . . . . . . .12828 Dk. Olive . . . . . . . . . .12830 Bronze Peacock . . . .12829 Electric Banana . . . .12854 Sea Foam Green . . .12834 Salmon Pink . . . . . . .12848 Cotton Candy . . . . . .12868 Black Rainbow . . . . .12857 $3.50

Gold . . . . . . . . . . . .#12836 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .12841 Hot Coral . . . . . . . . .12881 Ruby . . . . . . . . . . . .12846 Hills Gold . . . . . . . . .16364 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . .12844 Lt. Blue . . . . . . . . . .12835 Pearl Green . . . . . . .12852 Burgundy . . . . . . . . .12847 Bronze Brown . . . . .12827 Purple Haze . . . . . .12842 Golden Olive . . . . . .12832 Holographic Silver . .12878 Holographic Gold . . .12877 Pearl Blue Magic . . .12879

A material some anglers/tiers consider absolutely indispensable as part of their tool chest.There’s a myriad of practical colors useful for complete wing or as sparkle in combination with other fur or synthetic wing material. Fl. Chartreuse . . . . .#3256 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . .3244 Alaskan Fuchsia . . . .15386 Copper . . . . . . . . . . .3246 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3247 Hot Orange . . . . . . . .3248 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . .3264 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .3250 Pearl Hot Yellow . . . . .3251 Lime Green . . . . . . . .3271 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . .3252 Pearl Red . . . . . . . . .3255 Fl. Shrimp . . . . . . . . .3257 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . .3253 Light Blue . . . . . . . . .3249 UV Tan . . . . . . . . . . . .4872 UV Gray . . . . . . . . . . .4821 UV Orange . . . . . . . . .4816 UV Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .4812 Per package $4.95

Black . . . . . . . . . . .#3259 Gray Ghost . . . . . . . .3272 Root Beer . . . . . . . . .3260 Pearl Blue . . . . . . . . .3261 Mixed Colors . . . . . . .3262 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .3263 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . .3267 Pearlescent . . . . . . . .3265 Green . . . . . . . . . . . .3266 Fl. Cerise . . . . . . . . . .3254 Royal Blue . . . . . . . . .3269 Smolt Blue . . . . . . . .3270 Fl. Fire Orange . . . . . .3258 UV Purple . . . . . . . . . .4901 Dark Purple . . . . . . .3268 UV Blue . . . . . . . . . . .4887 UV Herring . . . . . . . . .4874 UV Pearl . . . . . . . . . . .4807

Holographic Flashabou™ This is an imaginative blend of colors incorporated in thin Flashabou fibers that achieves a scaly, realistic look. Holographic Flashabou effectively replaces standard Flashabou in many tying situations and is highly recommended for salmon flies and all streamers. Fire Tiger . . . . . . . . . . #14306 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . #14307 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14308 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14309 Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14310 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . . . 14311 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14312 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14313 9˝ long hank Per package $5.95

Flashabou™ Mirage Mirage combines Flashabou reflection with a unique iridescent chameleon effect. Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #4724 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . 4730 Opal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4734 Fl. Chartreuse . . . . . . 4735 Per package $5.95

Light Blue . . . . . . . . #4725 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4732 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . . . 4736

Electra Scale Arguably the single most reflective flash material made. Experts feel it should be built into saltwater and jungle flies whenever possible, and with the broad color spectrum, that is a lot! The corrugated texture of Electra Scale mimics the look of fish scales. Black . . . . . . . . . . . .#8361 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . .8363 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . .8365 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . .8367 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . .8369 Amber Tone . . . . . . . .15262 Fools Gold . . . . . . . . .15252 Green Apple . . . . . . .15251 Midnight Fire . . . . . . .15253 Orange Crush . . . . . .15260 Winter Run Blue . . . .15250 Yellow Yummy . . . . . .15261 $5.95

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Blue. . . . . . . . . . . . . #8362 Fl. Yellow. . . . . . . . . . . 8364 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8366 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8368 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8370 Cherry . . . . . . . . . . . 15255 Gold Stone . . . . . . . . 15258 Kaleidescope . . . . . . 15254 Midnight Rainbow . . . 15259 Sparkle Wine . . . . . . 15257 Winter Run Purple . . 15249

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Synthetics...essential modern alternatives to fur F L I E S T I E D O N LY H A L F A C E N T U R Y A G O were nearly all constructed of natural furs and fibers. While they seem primitive now, early dry flies were built using Plymouth Rock,Rhode Island Red, and common barnyard roosters. The body was often built from burlap; the eyes from simple bead chain and, in the nascence of our sport we had only the natural world to source our fly tying materials. Fly Tiers look at the world through different eyes than most. Innovation and experimentation have taken us from road-kills to the exotic. A flexible string becomes the next big thing for tying nymph bodies and as modern materials have emerged, fly tiers have adopted and adapted a wide range of products for use on their flies. Synthetics include a wide variety of materials and many are hairs adopted from the textile and garment industry.

Mic hael Caranci photo

Pearl Core Braid Thin pearl braid with a dyed core adding a dual-color depth. Burn the end for a tapered, life-like insect body look. Great for San Juan Worms and Caddis Pupae. Black . . . . . . . . Chartreuse . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . Pearl White . . . . Red . . . . . . . . . . Tan . . . . . . . . . . 3 yard package

. . . . . .

. . .#8857 . . . .8859 . . . .8861 . . . .8863 . . . .8865 . . . .8867 $3.95

Brown . . . . Gray Ghost Orange . . . Pink . . . . . Root Beer . Yellow . . . .

. . . . . .

.#8858 . .8860 . .8862 . .8864 . .8866 . .8868

Bungee Braid

Baitfish flies will shimmer spectacularly in the water.

Color

Silver Medium . . . . . #4458 Blue Medium . . . . . . . 4534 Purple Medium . . . . . 4533 Chartreuse Medium . . . 449 Per package $3.75

Small

Large

Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9072 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9073 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9074 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9075 Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . .9078 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9080 1 yard package $4.95

Gold Medium . . . . .#4446 Red Medium . . . . . . .4497 Black Medium . . . . . .4569

V-Rib Midge Tubing Hollow, stretchy, and tiny for small midge bodies.

Diamond Braid Very versatile braided material dyed over pearl. Used for bonefish, steelhead, salmon, shad and bluegill flies. Bone Tan . . . . . . . . . .#8882 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . .8885 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8873 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8881 Root Beer . . . . . . . . . .8879 Holographic Silver . . . .8877 Holographic Gold . . . . .8876 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8887 3 yard package $3.95

Holographic Mylar Tubing

A larger version of Mylar Tubing for saltwater poppers.

Chartreuse . . . . . . . .#8883 Hot Pink . . . . . . . . . . .8884 Shrimp Pink . . . . . . . . .8886 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8874 Claret . . . . . . . . . . . . .8875 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . .8878 Peacock . . . . . . . . . . .8888 Fluorescent Yellow . . . .15387

Blood Red . . Brown . . . . . Chartreuse . Clear . . . . . Tan . . . . . . . Per package

. . . . .

. . . . . #4550 . . . . . . 4559 . . . . . . 4577 . . . . . . 4663 . . . . . . 4664 $2.25

Mahogany . . . Olive . . . . . . Peacock . . . . Pheasant Tail . Yellow . . . . . .

. . . . .

#4665 . 4674 . 4677 . 4703 . 4723

Arizona Minnow Hair

Adds a segmented translucent effect to any fly and is ideal for overwrapping nymph and streamer bodies. Midge

Medium

Amber . . . . . .#3296 . .#5230 Pink . . . . . . .3297 . . . .5231 Chartreuse . . .3298 . . . .5232 Orange . . . . . .5241 . . . . .841 Olive . . . . . .1128 . . . .2515 Per package $2.95

Midge

Medium

Clear . . . . . #3299 . . . . #5233 Black. . . . . . . 3300 . . . . . 5234 Red . . . . . . 5733 . . . . . 5235 Brown . . . . 5240 . . . . . 6280 Tan. . . . . . . . . 6284 . . . . . 6306

Mylar Tubing

Subtle blend of natural and synthetic fibers, has great movement in the water.

Body tubing for fresh & saltwater streamer patterns.

White . . . . . Lt. Cream . . . Lt. Olive Dun Light Brown . Olive . . . . . . Dark Olive . . Shad Back . . Per package

Gold . . . . . .#3220 . . . .#3221 . . . .#3222 . . . .#6354 . . .#6356 Silver . . . . . 3223 . . . . . 3224 . . . . 3225 . . . . . 3236 . . . 3245 Pearl . . . . . . 3226 . . . . . 3227 . . . . 3228 . . . . . 5837 . . . 4428 Copper . . . . 5546 . . . . . 5547 . . . . 5548 . . . . . 5549 . . . 5550 Per package $2.95 Jumbo per package $4.75

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. . . . .#14266 . . . . . .14268 . . . . . .14270 . . . . . .14272 . . . . . .14274 . . . . . .14276 . . . . . .14278 $2.25

Silver . . . . . . . . . Honey . . . . . . . . Olive Dun . . . . . . Lt. Olive Brown . . Dark Olive Brown Redside . . . . . . . Light Shad Back .

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.#14267 . .14269 . .14271 . .14273 . .14275 . .14277 . .14279

Color

Small

Medium

Large

Jumbo

Mini Flat Braid Modern replacement for flat braided mylar, the 1/16˝ material is easy to wrap and easier to use than mylar for steelhead and saltwater fly bodies. Terrific visibility in the water and sure to improve most patterns. Black . . . . . . . . . . . .#21169 Fluor. Orange . . . . . . .21171 Lilac Purple . . . . . . . . .21173 Multi Color . . . . . . . . .21175 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . .21177 Pink Pearl . . . . . . . . . .21179 Red Cherry . . . . . . . . .21181 Shimmer Silver . . . . . .21183 Teal Blue . . . . . . . . . . .21185 Chartreuse Lime . . . . .21187 Per package $4.95

Fluorescent Chart. . .#21170 Fluorescent Pink . . . .21172 Minnow Blue Pearl . . .21174 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .21176 Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . .21178 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .21180 Shimmer Gold . . . . . .21182 Silver Minnow . . . . . .21184 Aqua Blue . . . . . . . . .21186 Fuschia . . . . . . . . . . .21188

Copic Markers Pyrex Fly Rattles These noisy Pyrex capsules contain small BB’s that rattle and vibrate. Sound works! Especially in the salt. Build them into the body to attract bass, stripers, or stimulate any predator fish. It’s easy to incorporate these rattles with any fly that has a mylar tube body, or simply add them to the shank of the hook on any streamer or popper patterns. Small - 3mm . . . . . . . .#9220 Large - 5mm . . . . . . . . .9222 Per package $6.95

Medium - 4mm . . . . . .#9221 XL - 6mm . . . . . . . . . . . . .9253

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The latest colored markers are perfect for coloring flies at the bench or as needed on the water. These markers are waterproof, color fast, and are compatible with the Copic Marker Spray gun. Olive . . . . Dark Olive Brown . . . Red . . . . . Gray . . . . Hot Pink . $8.95

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.#26910 . .26917 . .26916 . .26919 . .26918 . .26921

Chartruese Purple . . . Orange . . . Yellow . . . Black . . . . FL. Blue . .

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.#26915 . .26913 . .26914 . .26920 . .26911 . .26912

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Ice Dub Minnow Back Fringe These mixed colors from light to dark Ice Dub Fibers will make a great addition to your minnow patterns or with the Ice Dub Shimmer Fringe. Chart/Peacock . . . .#15180 Pearl/Bronze . . . . . .15182 Pearl/Gray . . . . . . . .15184 Pearl/Yellow . . . . . . .15186 Shrimp Pink/Hot Pink 15188 Per package $5.95

Hot Pink/Purple . Pearl/Dark Blue . Pearl/Peacock . . . Pink/Bronze . . . . Yellow Pearl/Chart

.#15181 . .15183 . .15185 . .15187 . .15189

Ice Dub Shimmer Fringe A flashy synthetic material that is a perfect addition to spice up any baitfish pattern. Can also be cut in smaller pieces and used for wings on nymphs. Black Pearl . . . . . .#15168 Fluorescent Chartreuse15170 Fl. Shell Pink . . . . . . .15172 Peacock Eye . . . . . .15174 . . . . . . . . .15176 Pearl UV Steelie Blue . . . . .15178 Per package $5.95

Dark Blue . . . . . . .#15169 Fluorescent Hot Pink 15171 Minnow Pearl . . . . .15173 Peacock Green . . . .15175 UV Pearl . . . . . . . . .15177 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .15179

Sculpting Flash Fiber Great for creating baitfish or streamer patterns that will hold a perfect profile. The hint of flash gives the material a little bling, and is very easy to work with. White . . . . Natural Belly Light Pink . . . Sea Blue . . . Herring Back Chartreuse . ... Black Mackerel . . . Live Bait . . . Per package

. . . . .#19872 . . . . . .19874 . . . . . .19876 . . . . . .19878 . . . . . .19880 . . . . . .19882 . . . . . .19884 . . . . . .19886 . . . . . .19888 $7.95

Silver Gray . . . Wild Olive . . . Camo . . . . . . . Mullet Brown . Midnight Blitz . Bronze Back . . Peacock . . . . . Glass Minnow . Bleeding Black

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.#19873 . .19875 . .19877 . .19879 . .19881 . .19883 . .19885 . .19887 . .19889

Select Craft Fur

Puglisi 3-D Silky Fiber Softer and finer fibers than Sea Fiber, but with the same character that makes it just right for smaller saltwater and freshwater baitfish or streamers. Gray . . . . . . . . . . . .#9411 Sulphur Yellow . . . . . .9412 Golden Yellow . . . . . .9413 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .9415 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .9416 10˝ long Per package $7.95

Reddish Brown Olive . . . . . . . Reddish Olive . Black . . . . . . .

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.#9417 . .9418 . .9419 . .9421

One of the most popular wing materials for saltwater or freshwater streamers, bonefish and steelhead flies. Cut and tie it in as a wing or palmer as the body. Both give great profiles and undulate in the water. Absolutely indispensible for the Gotcha and a terrific material for contemporary jungle and blue water flies. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . #9493 Bright Green . . . . . . . . 9576 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . 9479 Flo. Orange . . . . . . . . . 9482 Olive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9480 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9481 Purple. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9489 Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . 9557 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9484 Shrimp Pink. . . . . . . . 26052 Per patch $4.95

Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9490 Cerise . . . . . . . . . . . .9487 Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9556 Kingfisher Blue . . . . . .9494 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . .9483 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9488 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9485 Sand (Gotcha) . . . . . .9554 White . . . . . . . . . . . .9491 Dark Brown . . . . . . .27094

Farrar Blend This flashy synthetic streamer material is perfect for saltwater, striper, and jungle patterns. When wet, the fibers undulate and present an irresistible profile to finned predators. Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . #5212 Grey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5195 Light Purple . . . . . . . . . . 5193 Midnight Blitz. . . . . . . . . 5179 Mullet Brown. . . . . . . . . 5183 Olive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5205 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5214 Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5203 10˝ long Per package $7.95

Electric Yellow . . . . . . . .#5186 Herring Back . . . . . . . . .5210 Mackerel . . . . . . . . . . . .5219 Misty Blue . . . . . . . . . . .5209 Natural . . . . . . . . . . . . .5207 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5206 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5215 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5199

Puglisi 3-D Sea Fibers Pre-blended colors of Sea Fiber strands that will add multi-dimensional attributes and lifeline action to fresh and saltwater streamers. Holds a great wet profile. Gray . . . . . . . . . . Sand . . . . . . . . . . Brown . . . . . . . . . Orange . . . . . . . . Blue . . . . . . . . . . Purple . . . . . . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . . Golden Olive . . . . Chartreuse. . . . . . Minnow . . . . . . . . 10˝ long $7.95

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#9384 . 9385 . 9386 . 9387 . 9388 . 9389 . 9390 . 9391 . 9392 . 7253

Everglades . . . . . Pilchard . . . . . . . Anchovy . . . . . . Pinfish . . . . . . . . Mutton Snapper Tarpon Streamer Back Country . . Black . . . . . . . . Eel Green . . . . . White . . . . . . . .

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.#9393 . .9394 . .9395 . .9396 . .9397 . .9398 . .9399 . .9400 . .9401 . .7002

Super Hair Large minnow and streamer material, that becomes lifelike in the water, and will not absorb water. Polar White . Light Blue . . Olive. . . . . . Chartreuse . Tan . . . . . . .

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#3206 . 3208 . 3217 . 3210 . 5350

Dark Blue . . Black . . . . . Red . . . . . . Gray . . . . . . Per package

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Flash-n-Slinky This has become one of our favorite materials for tying large streamers. The fiber will hold a great profile, doesn’t retain water, and is mixed with the perfect amount of Gliss-n-Glow flash. 8˝ in total length.

. . . . .#3213 . . . . . .3215 . . . . . .3211 . . . . . .3212 $4.50

Pseudo Hair Loon Ergo Comb The solution to unruly materials at the vise or mangled streamers on the water. Ergonomic powder coated tool is easy find and comfortable in hand. Stainless steel shaft and teeth make quick work of messy flies at the bench or on the water. #28547 $14

A terrific, fibrous body material. Similar to Craft Fur, but the fibers are more fine, and not as coarse. Makes excellent, life-like bodies on baitfish patterns. Barred White Olive . . . . . . Black . . . . . . Sand . . . . . . White . . . . . Per package

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. . . . #13342 . . . . . 25133 . . . . . 25130 . . . . . 25134 . . . . . 25136 $4.75

Barred Peach Dark Olive . . Brown . . . . . Tan . . . . . . . Chartreuse .

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.#13340 . .24132 . .25131 . .25135 . .25137

Purple . . . . . . Hot Orange . . White . . . . . . Yellow . . . . . . Sea Blue . . . . Olive . . . . . . . Shrimp . . . . . Shaded Chart. Natural . . . . . Mackerel . . . . Anchovy . . . . .

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.#22908 . .22942 . .22915 . .22917 . .22919 . .22921 . .22924 . .22927 . .22931 . .22939 . .22941

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Grey . . . . . . Black . . . . . Orange . . . . Red . . . . . . . Pink . . . . . . Chartreuse . Bronze Back Off White . . Mullet Brown Peacock . . . . Per package

. . . . .#22910 . . . . . .22913 . . . . . .22916 . . . . . .22918 . . . . . .22920 . . . . . .22923 . . . . . .22944 . . . . . .22930 . . . . . .22937 . . . . . .22940 $7.95

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Rubber & Legs

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Barred Fire Tip Sili Legs A very lifelike silicone leg with specks, bars, and fire tips. Red/Hopper Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#25123 Orange/Light Pumpkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25124 Orange/Sand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25125 Red/Light Pumpkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25126 Red/Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25127 Hot Lime/Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25128 Orange/Avacado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25129

Mini Squiggle Worms A very realistic and wormlike material that is tapered, and thinner than the Squirmy Wormy material. This material can be easily attached to a hook with Zap-a-Gap. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#26888 FL. Chartreuse . . . . . . .26890 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26892 Bright Red . . . . . . . . . .26894 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26896 Clear UV . . . . . . . . . . . .26898 Per package $4.50

Brown Olive . . . . . . . .#26889 FL. Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . .26891 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26893 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26895 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26897 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . .26899

Per package

$2.95

Centipede Legs Squirmy Wormies Rubber Simple, effective, durable heavy body/legging material. Keeps a profile when wet and is ideal for the San Juan Worm and other similar applications. Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#18548 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . . .18550 San Juan Red . . . . . . . .18552 Per package $2.95

Blood Worm . . . . . . . .#18549 Hot Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .18551

Centipede legs will spice up any fly and have been a staple for years. Round, barred, and ideal for terrestrials, bass, and bluegill flies. Neon Green . . . . . #27010 Olive . . . . . . . . .#27016 Orange . . . . . . . . . 27017 FL. Chartreuse . . . . 27011 Red Neon . . . . . . . 27018 Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . 27012 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . 27019 Gray . . . . . . . . . . 27013 White . . . . . . . . . 27020 Natural . . . . . . . . 27014 Yellow . . . . . . . . . 27021 Neon Orange . . . . . 27015 Per package

$7.95

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Barred & Speckled Crazy Legs Terrific rubberleg material that combines speckles, bars and pattern that will add realism to any legged pattern. Bonefish Tan . . . . .#6115 Brown . . . . . . . . .#6118 Dark Olive . . . . . . . 6120 Chartreuse/Green . . . 6119 Light Olive . . . . . . . 6148 Frog Green . . . . . . . 6138 Orange . . . . . . . . . 6153 Olive . . . . . . . . . . 6152 Red . . . . . . . . . . . 6160 Pumpkin . . . . . . . . 6154 Yellow Chartreuse . . . 6162 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . 6161 Per package

$3.95

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Thin Skin

Nymph Sili Legs Sili Legs Soft, pliable, speckle flaked, silicone, gummy rubber legs that drive fresh and saltwater fish wild. They add sizzle to medium-sized freshwater streamers or nymphs and are super when tied on bonefish flies. Amber/Gold Flake . . .#6543 Black/Red Flake . . . . .5956 Blue/Silver Flake . . . .6542 Brown/Black Flake . . .6524 Brown/Orange Flake . .5955 Clear/Pearl Flake . . . .5918 Chartreuse/Black Flake .5954 Per package $2.95

Olive/Black Flake . .#5871 Orange/Black Flake . .6545 Pumpkin/Black Flake .5870 Purple/Blue Flake . . .6090 Sand/Black Flake . . .6546 Smoke/Blue Flake . . .6334 White/Silver Flake . . .5953

Another effective version of Sili Legs in randomly mottled, natural colors that are most appropriate for freshwater applications. Yellow Barred . . . . .#4494 Brown Solid . . . . . . . .4500 Black Solid . . . . . . . .4511 Pumpkin Barred . . . . .4530 Per package $2.95

Orange Barred . . . .#4545 Olive Barred . . . . . . .4546 Pearl Barred . . . . . . .4547 Fl. Chartreuse Barred .4548

Loco Legs Identical to Sili Legs in a color palette best suited for bonefish, permit, and other saltwater species. Bonefish Pink . . . . . . .#1835 Olive Dun Turtle Grass .1916 Pink Shrimp . . . . . . . . .1939 Sand . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1964 Tan Turtle Grass . . . . . .1995 Per package $3.95

Chartreuse . . . Orange Shrimp Pumpkin . . . . . Tan . . . . . . . . . UV Violet . . . . .

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.#1844 . .1928 . .1956 . .1989 . .2011

Stretchy, translucent sheets for scuds, carapaces and wing cases. Paper backing makes it easy to cut. Clear . . . . . . . . . Gray . . . . . . . . . . Chartreuse . . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . . Amber . . . . . . . . . Mottled Olive . . . Burnt Orange . . . Shrimp Pink . . . . Specks Tan/Black . Black . . . . . . . . . Per sheet $2.95

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.#3407 . .3408 . .3409 . .3410 . .3417 . .3412 . .5077 . .5080 . .5043 . .6520

Brown . . . . . . . . . . .#3413 Rusty Brown . . . . . . . .3414 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3415 Mottled Orange . . . . .3416 Mottled Golden Stone .3411 Mottled Natural Oak .3418 Specks Clear/Black . . .5039 Specks Czech Spots . .5076 Specks Olive/Black . . .5054 Ginger . . . . . . . . . . . .6522

UV Chewee Skin A UV reflective material that is easy to cut and wrap to shape. Perfect for bodies or wing cases.

Fire-Tipped Sili Legs A bright, fluorescent-tipped version of Sili Legs. Black/Red Tip . . . . .#3372 Clear/Fire Orange Tip .3375 Olive/Orange Tip . . . .4268 Chartreuse/Fire Tip . .4298 Per package $2.95

Orange/Red Tip . . .#4266 Black/Purple Tip . . . .3374 Camel/Orange Tip . . .3373 Purple/Hot Pink Tip . .3376

Round Rubber Legs Small diameter rubber legging material in solid colors molded to a round shape. It’s just the ticket for a lot of flies. Available only in medium sizes except for black and white.The small size is for flies that are in the #12 to #16 range. Chartreuse . . . . . . . . .#3287 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .3288 White, medium . . . . .3290 Black, medium . . . . . .3292 Per package $3.50

UV Black . . . . . . . .#14283 UV Brown . . . . . . . . .14285 UV Chartreuse . . . . .14287 UV Cream . . . . . . . .14289 UV Olive . . . . . . . . .14291 UV Pink . . . . . . . . . .14294 UV Red . . . . . . . . . .14296 UV Tan . . . . . . . . . . .14298 UV Yellow . . . . . . . .14300 Per package $5.50

UV Blue . . . . . . UV Caddis Green UV Clear . . . . . UV Gray . . . . . . UV Peach . . . . . UV Purple . . . . . UV Rust . . . . . . UV White . . . . . UV Orange . . . .

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.#14284 . .14286 . .14288 . .14290 . .14293 . .14295 . .14297 . .14299 . .14292

Brown . . . . . . . . . .#5860 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .3293 White, small . . . . . . .3289 Black, small . . . . . . .3291

Super Floss Stretch Leg & Body Material This unique, flat, stretch rubber fiber will build smooth, colorfast, durable, segmented bodies or make lifelike legs that can be customized with marking pens. Creative use of Super Floss is a perfect example of the contribution that creative use of these new rubbery materials can make to the sport. The Pat’s Rubberleg (pictured above) uses only chenille and rusty olive Super Floss. It’s a modern version of the Rubberlegs, and is one of the single most popular and productive local trout flies in our arsenal. Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3801 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .3802 Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . .3816 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .3810 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . .3804 Light Olive . . . . . . . . .3812 Light Brown . . . . . . . .3819 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 Bright Orange . . . . . .3809 Burgundy . . . . . . . . .3811 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . .6298 Caddis Green . . . . . .6297 Pale Olive . . . . . . . . .6304 Burnt Orange . . . . . . .6307 Per package $3.50

Rust Olive . . . . . . . .#6305 White . . . . . . . . . . .3820 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .3803 Purple . . . . . . . . . . .3817 Lime Green . . . . . . . .413 Brown . . . . . . . . . . .3807 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .3806 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . . .3815 Brite Green . . . . . . .3818 Bonefish Tan . . . . . . .6291 Black Olive . . . . . . . .6296 Night Glo . . . . . . . . .6299 Dark Brown . . . . . . . .6295

1/8˝Scud Back Perfect for shellbacks on scuds or wing cases on nymphs. Will stretch to the width needed.

Rubber Fly Tails An adaptation of the effective rubber tails used on bass lures and jigs. Add to streamers or crayfish patterns and the erratic action will drive fish wild! Small Color Hook sizes 6, 8,10 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#13185 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13187 Cotton Candy . . . . . . . . . . . . .13189 White Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . .13191 Clear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13193 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13195 Purple/Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13197 Pumpkin/Black . . . . . . . . . . . .13199 Pumpkin/Green-Orange . . . . . .13201 Olive/Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13203 Orange Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . .13205 Amber/Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13207 Yellow/Pearl/Silver . . . . . . . . . .13209 Fire Orange/Pearl/Silver . . . . . .13211 Pink/Pearl/Silver . . . . . . . . . . .13213 Per package $3.50

Large Hook sizes 2, 4, 6 . . . . . . . . . . . .#13186 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13188 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13190 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13192 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13194 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13196 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13198 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13200 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13202 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13204 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13206 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13208 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13210 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13212 . . . . . . . . . . . . .13214

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .#9533 Clear . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9535 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9538 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9541 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . .9566 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . . .9628 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9630 Per package $3.95

Brown . . . . Gray . . . . . Orange . . . Yellow . . . . Chartreuse Red . . . . .

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.#9534 . .9537 . .9539 . .9542 . .9577 . .9629

Web Wing Semi-transparent sheets for caddis, and other wings. Black . . . . . Light Dun . . Olive . . . . . White . . . . . Mottled Tan . Mottled Dun Per package

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. . . . .#10101 . . . . . .10099 . . . . . .10144 . . . . . .10098 . . . . . .10040 . . . . . .10042 $3.95

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Brown . . . . . . . . . .#10143 Medium Dun . . . . . .10100 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . .10141 Mottled Brown . . . . .10044 Mottled Light Dun . . .10041 Mottled Hopper Yellow 10043

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Fly tying foam

F O A M F I R S T B E G A N showing up on flies in the 1980’s. Before then, anglers did a lot more false casting and added a lot more floatant to keep their flies on the surface. Along came the craft store industry, a sudden explosion of synthetic materials, and today we’ve got a variety of tying options to craft buoyant, high floating silhouettes designed to attract every species of fresh and saltwater fish from Alaska to Argentina. It’s a waste of good fishing time to spend hours discussing the chemistry of different types of foam. There are only so many times you can say the word polyethylene and even scientists are bored by talk about cross-linking process different polymers. The only real scientific variable in the choices of foam is density, which relates to softness and flexibility. It’s the first thing to consider when choosing what foam to use. You need to match this up with your desired application or design. Should the foam be soft or would you prefer it to be rigid? Too soft and the foam may tear. Too hard and the foam may dent. You may need to wrap the foam and want it to be soft, or you may be shooting for a durable, “bullet-proof” option for aggressive or toothy fish. Foam specifics: For practical purposes anglers need know only that foam comes in two main types: “open cell” and “closed cell”. Closed cell foam is buoyant and floats. Open-cell foam absorbs water (like a sponge) and would help make a fly sink. In most circumstances foam is added to a fly to add buoyancy and closed cell foam accounts for 98% of all the foam used in fly tying. Fly Foam (Sheet Foam) is a closed cell, high density foam. It’s very buoyant and extremely durable. It comes in a variety of thicknesses from 0.5mm all the way to 6mm and a variety of colors not found anywhere else on the planet. Rainy’s makes all our popper heads out of this same material. It can be shaped and sanded smooth without tearing, and can also be painted, epoxied, and glued. In thin pieces it can also be used to wrap small fly bodies.

Rainy’s Evazote Sheet Foam is flexible, closed cell sheet foam that is not as dense as Fly Foam but is still very buoyant. Evazote foam can be used for bodies and, due to it softness, can also be cut into thin strips and used to wrap bodies of hoppers, beetles, ants and other flies. It comes in a very large variety of colors and thicknesses and has a lot of applications. – Jesse Riding

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Wolf fish (Trairão) are a predatory freshwater species found in the Amazon Jungle. They can grow up to 80 pounds, but usually range 10 - 25 pounds. They are a great gamefish to pursue with poppers and streamers, often sight-fished to, and when hooked jump wildly in the air.

Rainy’s Foam Cones, Poppers, and Divers These evenly pre-shaped foam bodies and heads have done a lot of the work for you. Just add one of these super-durable, buoyant heads or bodies to your hook to create a fly instead of the traditional alternatives of trimmed hair or other, less buoyant animal products. Lash on a foam body or simply dress the hook and then slide the popper head over the eye of the hook and cover your thread wraps for a nice clean look. Add eyes or paint to personalize and dress up the finished fly. It can be as simple or sophisticated as you choose. The Diver heads and Pencil Poppers are designed for Stinger hooks while the Saltwater Poppers models are sized for 1/0 and larger (and terrific in the Amazon). We use the Cone model to tie the Mercer Lemming. Color

Saltwater

Sm. Pencil

Med. Pencil

Diver

Cone

Hook . . . .#1/0-2/0 . . . . . #8-10 . . . . . . . .#4-6 . . . . . . .#4-6 . . . . . .#4-6 White . . . . . .2737 . . . . . . .2747 . . . . . . . 2750 . . . . . . .2777 . . . . . .2716 Black . . . . . . .2745 . . . . . . .2762 . . . . . . . .2775 . . . . . . .2776 . . . . . . .N/A Cinnamon . . . .N/A . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .2781 . . . . . . .N/A Orange . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .2780 . . . . . . .N/A Yellow . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . .2751 . . . . . . . .2752 . . . . . . .2778 . . . . . . .N/A Chartreuse . . .2746 . . . . . . .2753 . . . . . . . .2761 . . . . . . .2779 . . . . . . .N/A Olive . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .2783 . . . . . . .N/A Per package $7.95 $6.95 $6.95 $7.95 $6.95

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Surface Seaducer Popper Double-Barrel Foam Bodies Razor Foam and Fly Foam Identical products, varying only in thickness, these thin foam patches are ideal for creating high-floating nymphs, spent spinners, terrestrials, ants and a multitude of other pattern applications.The 2, 4, and 6 mm sizes add excellent floatation and are great for dries, beetles, unsinkable ants, and skaters. 6mm. is a very thick foam patch for tying mice and skaters.

Choosing the right foam Consider thickness or shape. Does the foam with the right density for your pattern also come in the right size, shape, or thickness? What about color? Most foam accepts all sorts of paint and various glues and epoxy with little to no side-affects and allows art, personalization, and creativity that often goes into painting and dressing your popper.

Choosing the correct hook We have access to all kinds of hook models, so this may not seem like a big deal. But sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect hook for your fly. Strength and other factors are considerations, but you have to pay attention to shank length and hook gap. You may want a long shank for more materials or want the hook point further back in the fly profile. You may want it to be a short fly and will just need enough hook to put the popper head on. The hook gap is perhaps the most critical part of the selection process. It’s the part that actually catches the fish so it is important to choose the right combo of foam body or head and the correct hook to maximize gap and be able to properly stick the fish. Often you’ll need to physically match up the hook with the desired foam body or head.

*Combo Razor Pkg. includes 2 sheets of 1 mm. and .5 mm. Razor* 2mm 4mm 6mm Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3967 . . . . .#3360 . . . .#4056 . . . .#6744 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6069 . . . . .4097 . . . . .6762 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4857 . . . . . .3359 . . . . .4086 . . . . .6698 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . .4007 . . . . . .3354 . . . . .3792 . . . . .6692 Cinnamon . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6686 . . . . .3978 . . . . .6709 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6687 . . . . .4062 . . . . .6761 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3977 . . . . . .6688 . . . . .4039 . . . . .6743 Green . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6999 . . . . . .N/A . . . . .6697 Insect Brown . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6677 . . . . .4037 . . . . .6742 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3947 . . . . . .3358 . . . . .3972 . . . . 6706 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3944 . . . . . .6294 . . . . .3863 . . . . .6693 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3981 . . . . . .6684 . . . . . .N/A . . . . .6696 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .5363 . . . . .4098 . . . . .6678 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3946 . . . . . .5362 . . . . .3969 . . . . 6694 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3945 . . . . . .3356 . . . . .3980 . . . . .6719 Translucent Dun . . . . .4025 . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A Translucent Tan . . . . . .4035 . . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A Translucent White . . . .4020 . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3942 . . . . . .3355 . . . . .3789 . . . . .6690 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3943 . . . . . .3352 . . . . .3790 . . . . .6691 Golden Yellow . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . .6685 . . . . .4093 . . . .6774 Per package $3.50

25/$10.35

50/13.20

Beetle Green . . . . . .#8433 Peacock . . . . . . . . . .8435 Northern Lights . . . . .8437 Copper . . . . . . . . . . .8439 Pearl Yellow . . . . . . . .8441 Pearl Tan . . . . . . . . . .8443 Holog. Silver . . . . . . .8445 Holog. Prismatic Silver 8447 2 sheets per package $4.95

Olive . . . . . . . . . . .#8434 Mother of Pearl . . . .8436 Oil Slick . . . . . . . . . .8438 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .8440 Pearl Orange . . . . . .8442 Pearl Chartreuse . . . .8444 Holog. Lateral Scale .8446 Holog. Gold . . . . . . .8448

UFM U505 Sizes 3/0-1/0 25/$13.00 Saltwater popper, 2x long, kinked, stainless steel. Perfect for large poppers and saltwater/brackish water.

Furry Foam

Zuddys Leg Puller #25027 $18.00

Medium Large XL . .#21039 . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A . . .21024 . . .21025 . . .21026 . . .21044 . . . . .N/A . . . . .N/A . . .21019 . . .21020 . . .21021 . . .21034 . . .21035 . . .21036 . . .21029 . . .21030 . . .21031 8/pkg 6/pkg 4/pkg $4.95 $5.95 $6.95

Mini-Me Pops & Pee-Wee Pops

Takes permanent marker, paint or epoxy. Just slide them on the hook or cut a slot. The Mini-Me’s are best for hook sizes 2 or 4 and great for saltwater or bass poppers. Pee-Wee pops are swell panfish popper bodies, and work best on stinger style hooks, sizes 8, 10, or 12. Color Mini Me PeeWee Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#4133 . . . . . . . . . . .#4111 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4116 . . . . . . . . . . . .4106 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4113 . . . . . . . . . . . .4100 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4115 . . . . . . . . . . . .4105 6 per package $6.95

Color Small Black/Orange/Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .#7611. Orange/Tan/Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7609 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7615 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7613 Per package $3.50

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Large .#7610 . .7608 . .7614 . .7612

Rainy’s Round Float Foam Great for terrestrial bodies. Easy to use, durable. Black . . . . . . White . . . . . Yellow . . . . . Orange . . . . Per package

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Small or Medium Small or Medium Small or Medium Medium or Large

. . . . . . . .#FTRFB . . . . . . . .FTRFW . . . . . . . .FTRFY . . . . . . . .FTRFO

Foam Parachute Posts A flexible sheet with a soft foam center and a flocked, fuzzy outer layer. Furry Foam can be stretched for thin bodies and thin applications.

An essential tool for pulling rubber legs through foam, cork, and spun deer hair flies.

Small . .#21038 . . .21023 . . .21043 . . .21018 . . .21033 . . .21028 8/pkg $4.75

The quick and easy way to tie Chernobyl’s, hoppers, and stoneflies.

Loco Foam

Sizes 2 Sizes 4 - 10 Popper hook, 2x long, kink shank, bronze.

Size X-Small Blue . . . . . .#21037 White . . . . . .21022 Orange . . . . .21042 Black . . . . . . 21017 Green-Chart. .21032 Yellow-Chart. .21027 8/pkg $4.75

Gorilla pre-formed Chernobyl Bodies

Metallic and pearlescent hued 2mm foam that will add flash to your fly, yet still keep it floating like a cork. UFM U504

Make some real noise with these new double-barrel shaped bodies. The new age deep cupped foam head is sure to attract attention from below the water line. Flip it around to make a great slider.

Brown . . . . . . . . . . . #9224 Light Olive . . . . . Crawfish Orange . Cream . . . . . . . . . . . 9225 Crab Tan . . . . . . Dark Brown. . . . . . . . 9226 Rust. . . . . . . . . . Dark Olive . . . . . . . . 9227 Black . . . . . . . . . Golden Stone . . . . . . 9296 Chartreuse . . . . . . . 13923 30 square inches per package $1.95

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#9228 . 9229 . 9231 . 9230 . 9295

These foam micro cylinders form a nice rigid post to wrap hackle around. Easy to see and adds buoyancy. Three sizes will cover 99% of all dry fly applications. 1/16˝ White . . . . . . . . .#7628 Orange . . . . . . . . 7631 Chartreuse . . . . . 7630 Yellow . . . . . . . . . 7629 Black . . . . . . . . . . .7624 Cinnamon . . . . . . . .7625 10 per package $4.50

3/32˝ 1/8˝ . . . . . . . . . .#7825 . . . . . . . . . . .#7640 . . . . . . . . . . 7826 . . . . . . . . . . . .7643 . . . . . . . . . . .7827 . . . . . . . . . . . .7642 . . . . . . . . . . .7828 . . . . . . . . . . . .7641 . . . . . . . . . .7829 . . . . . . . . . .7653 . . . . . . . . . .7830 . . . . . . . . . . . .7645

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Call Us For Cree! T H E M O S T difficult chicken to breed (for color) is Cree. The feathers combine both grizzly and brown in the same feather and produce spectacular, ultraproductive flies. It is the least common, and most sought after natural feather. The Fly Shop® has standing orders for every top quality Cree we can get. You can trust our staff of experts to assist you in the selcection of the best available cape or saddle, and we guaranteee satisfaction!

Metz Capes are incredibly stiff and long with a minimal webbing. These fly tying feathers have been consistently the most popular fly tying capes ever produced. Metz capes (necks) offer a very broad range of feathers appropriate for many different sizes. The difference between the three grades is based on the quality of the hackle, the total number of feathers on the neck, and the amount of webbing on each particular neck. These are worth every cent.

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Jay Fair Grizzly Premium Grizzly Saddles These are the best saddle hackles we’ve seen! They’re beautifully dyed in terrific colors for stillwater, nymphs, and subsurface streamer patterns. These saddles will help produce beautiful flies on any size hook from #6 to #16. Medium Olive . . . . .#17142 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .17137 Burnt Orange . . . . . .17139 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .17141

Natural Grizzly . . . #17136 Burgundy . . . . . . . . .17138 Fiery Rust . . . . . . . .17140 $89.95

These half saddles from Hareline are a very economical way to obtain a wide assortment of colors without breaking the bank. All of the colors are dyed over natural grizzly. Brown . . . . . . . . . . #25106 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .25107 Natural . . . . . . . . . .25108 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .25109 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . .#25110

Purple . . . . . . . . . . #25111 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25112 Teal . . . . . . . . . . . .25113 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .25114 $36.95

Metz Medium Dun Cape

Chartreuse . . . . . . . #365 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .596 $63.25 ea.

Natural Orange Yellow . Pink . .

. . . . . . . . . . . .#366 . . . . . . . . . . 380 . . . . . . . . . . 371 . . . . . . . . . . 677

#1 Neck

#2 Neck

#3 Neck

#2 1⁄2 Neck

#3 1⁄2 Neck

$110.50 #2794

$87.75 #2795

$65 #2796

$48.75 #21364

$36.75 #21365

4925

4978

4979

21362

21363

Pale Blue/Gray shade, hint of creme.

Metz Black Cape Terrestrials, Gnats, Ants and Poppers.

Metz Grizzly Cape are the most common and useful feather in fly tying.

2791

2792

2793

6953

6954

Metz Ginger Cape are essential for the common spring creek.

2797

2798

2799

21360

21361

Metz Light Blue Dun Cape Very limited supply of this Andalusian.

5194

4919

6272

3775

3776

Metz Brown Cape rate as the most essential feather used in fly tying.

2788

2789

2790

6951

6952

Metz Cream Cape a needed color for many mayfly and caddis flies.

5190

5191

5192

21358

21359

Grizzly Dyed Olive Cape

N/A

3773

3774

N/A

Premium Dyed Grizzly Half Saddles

Metz Premium Grizzly Saltwater and Bass Necks You won’t find quality like these feathers anywhere else. Period! The dyes are perfect, and the barring is bold. The hackle on these necks are wide and webby with rounded tips and create a great full bodied profile.

for Drakes and spring creek patterns.

Metz Half Necks are perfect for the tier

Hackle Gauge

on a budget, who doesn’t need a full neck, or is just getting started, or only ties flies occasionally! We stock these great necks in the most popular colors and grades. Our #2 grade necks will tie flies in the size 16 and 18 range, and are the best value in fly tying. The #3 Grade Metz necks are perfect for larger dry flies (12, 14, 16) and are webbier, with larger hackles ideal for streamers and saltwater.

This handy tool takes the guesswork out of choosing hackle, allows for fewer mistakes. The gauge attaches to any standard vise stem for convenient, quick, accurate feather measurement and gauging. #1765 $5.95

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n Whiting Spring Creek/Midge Saddles

Whiting Farms Super Saddles and Necks

80% of saddle feathers are #18 or smaller.

Whiting Farms hackles are the most prized feathers on any fly tiers bench, and the best value at any price! Whiting saddles and necks are twice the length and twice the quality of the best saddle and necks that you will find produced by other growers. Whiting hackles will not only tie better flies, but typically tie twice as many flies from the same size skin. Though the initial expense is more, you end up with better hackle and will be able to produce infinitely more quality flies. Arguably, these are the finest quality and a much better value in the long run.

n Whiting Cock Saddles

These saddles are what sophisticated tiers prize. They’re 5˝ to 10˝ long! n Whiting Cock Necks offer a larger size range of feathers extending from small dries to bass poppers

Silver Whiting necks have come a long way, they are an incredible value and it’s hard to find a better neck anywhere. n Whiting Hen Necks are ideal for mayfly wings, nymphs, and wet fly collars.

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Whiting Farms Saddles, Necks, and Hen Necks Grade Type

Silver Cock Saddle

White . . . . . . . . . . .N/A Grizzly . . . . . . . . . N/A Brown . . . . . . . . #6577 Med.(Lt) Ginger . 0197 Light Dun . . . . . . . N/A Medium Dun . . . 3017 Dark Dun . . . . . . 3018 Olive Grizzly . . . . 3019 Brown Grizzly . . . 3020 Black . . . . . . . . . . 3013 Price . . . . . . . . . . $120

Bronze Cock Saddle

. . . .N/A . . . N/A . . #3041 . . . 6303 . . . N/A . . . 3049 . . . 3047 . . . 3050 . . . 3045 . . . N/A . . . . $84

Silver Cock Neck

. . .#2991 . . . 2992 . . . 2993 . . . 3091 . . . 2996 . . . 2997 . . . 2998 . . . 2999 . . . 3000 . . . . N/A . . . $120

Bronze Neck

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Half Midge Saddle

. .#5049 . . . . .N/A . . .5050 . . #3363 . . .5051 . . . . .3475 . . .5052 . . . . . N/A . . .5053 . . . .5169 . . . .5055 . . . 3377 . . . 5056 . . . . N/A . . . 5057 . . . . N/A . . . 5064 . . . . N/A . . . 5065 . . . 3370 . . . . $84 . . . . . $72

Hen Neck

. . . . .#4153 . . . . . 4154 . . . . . 4179 . . . . . 4192 . . . . . . N/A . . . . . 4199 . . . . . 4209 . . . . . 4213 . . . . . 4215 . . . . . . N/A . . . . . . . .$30

Whiting 100 packs #14 #16 #18

. . . . .#9422 . . . . . .9425 . . . . . .9428 . . . . . .9455 . . . . 9543 . . . . . .9579 . . . . . .9594 . . . . . .9604 . . . . . .9607 . . . . . .9633

. . . .#9423 . . . . .9426 . . . . .9429 . . . . .9456 . . . . .9544 . . . . .9580 . . . . .9595 . . . . .9605 . . . . .9608 . . . . .9634

. . .#9424 . . . .9427 . . . .9436 . . . .9457 . . . .9545 . . . .9581 . . . .9596 . . . .9606 . . . .9609 . . . .9635

100 packs

$22.00

This is the big, fat, webby part of saddle hackles that work well for collars on streamers, spey, and steelhead and salmon flies. These solid colors will cover any situation. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . #5038 Fiery Brown . . . . . . . . 5353 Chartreuse. . . . . . . . . 5172 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . . 5176 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . 5224 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . 5302 White . . . . . . . . . . . . 5299 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5352 Per package $8.95

Hot Pink . . . . . . . #5242 Kingfisher Blue . . .5249 Purple . . . . . . . . . .5269 Red . . . . . . . . . . .5275 Shrimp Pink . . . . .5216 Highlander Green .5309 Yellow . . . . . . . . . .5344

Hen Saddles The short saddle feathers are perfect for tying soft hackle or smaller flies. These feathers are very webby and can give a great twist to the appearance of a fly. They also work great for gills on fresh and saltwater streamers. Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#13098 Ginger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13103 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13105 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13137 $14.95

Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..#13099 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13104 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13107 Dark Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13141

Jay Fair Grizzly Schlappen Saddles Top producing colors in some of the best quality grizzly schlappen that has ever been available! Medium Olive . . . . . #16485 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . 16486 Burnt Orange . . . . . . 16483 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . 16487 $13.95

Natural Grizzly . . . #7453 Burgundy . . . . . . . .16488 Fiery Rust . . . . . . . .1484 Dark Olive . . . . . . .7460

Super Strung Webby Saddle Hackle Strung saddle feathers, ranging in size from 4˝ to 6.˝ These are useful for wooly buggers, saltwater flies, bass patterns, freshwater streamers, collars, and a million other fly tying applications.

Hen Back Soft, webby fibers are an excellent substitute for partridge and grouse that some tiers feel is superior. Unlike natural partridge, every feather on a hen back is very consistent in size, web, color and all are usable. Perfect for nymphs and soft hackles.

These short, webby, hen saddle feathers dyed over grizzly are another ideal choice for soft hackle and nymph patterns.

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#15230 Crawfish Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..15232 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15231 Natural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2885 $8.95

Grizzly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#13069 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13071 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13094 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13096 $15.95

Grizzly Hen Saddles Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#13070 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13078 Sand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13095 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . .13097

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Natural Brown . . . . . #11603 Black. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11593 Chartreuse. . . . . . . . . . 11595 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11608 Kingfisher Blue . . . . . 11598 Fluorescent Pink . . . . . 11599 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . 11664 Royal Blue . . . . . . . . . 11667 Per package $8.95

Orange . . . . . . . . . .#11605 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .11604 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .11607 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . .11611 White . . . . . . . . . . . .11610 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . .11665 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11666

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Wapsi Select Marabou Plumes Our first choice for tails on leeches or buggers. Marabou Plumes are softer, bushier fibers that undulate more in the water giving your fly a more lifelike appearance.

Natural and Dyed Ringneck Tail Feathers Pheasant tail is essential for wing cases and body material on dozens of standard nymphs. Natural Copper . . . . . .#5316 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . 5315 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5317 Green . . . . . . . . . . . . .5318 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5328 Per pair $5.95

Yellow Brown Olive . Black Purple

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.#5321 . .5320 . .8837 . .5319 . .5347

Ringneck Pheasant Skin

Black . . . . . . . . Brown . . . . . . . . Coral . . . . . . . . . Dk. Brown . . . . . Fl. Blue . . . . . . . Fl. Chart. . . . . . . Fl. Green . . . . . . Fl. Pink . . . . . . . Fl. Yellow . . . . . . Gold Brown . . . . Kelly Green . . . . Moss Green . . . . Orange . . . . . . . Peach . . . . . . . . Pink . . . . . . . . . Red . . . . . . . . . . Sculpin Olive . . . Tan . . . . . . . . . . Wine . . . . . . . . . Yellow Olive . . . . 12 Per package

Complete cape and saddle without tail. A ton of uses!

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. . .#8163 . . . .8146 . . . .8170 . . . .8159 . . . .8271 . . . .8272 . . . .8268 . . . .8273 . . . .8266 . . . .8147 . . . .8171 . . . .8158 . . . .8142 . . . .8168 . . . .8164 . . . .8150 . . . .8167 . . . .8144 . . . .8149 . . . .8152 $2.50

Blue . . . . . . . . . . Burnt Orange . . . Cream . . . . . . . . Fl. Red . . . . . . . . Fl.Cerise . . . . . . . Fl.Fire . . . . . . . . . Fl. Orange . . . . . . Fl. White . . . . . . . Ginger . . . . . . . . . Highlander Green Light Olive . . . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . . Peacock Blue . . . . Pearl Gray . . . . . . Purple . . . . . . . . . Rust Brown . . . . . Shad Gray . . . . . . White . . . . . . . . . Yellow . . . . . . . . .

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.#8160 . .8143 . .8140 . .8265 . .8274 . .8269 . .8267 . .8270 . .8145 . .8157 . .8151 . .8161 . .8169 . .8165 . .8162 . .8148 . .8166 . .8139 . .8141

#5314 $8.95

Strung Ringneck Pheasant Rump Used primarily for collars on larger nymphs like the Carey Special, as well as traditional steelhead flies. Olive . . . . . . . . . .#12580 Purple . . . . . . . . . .12587 Wine . . . . . . . . . . .12584

Coq De Leon The original fly tying feather. Coq De Leon is a very unique feather that is naturally mottled, shiney and hands down the most durable natural material available. Makes great tails and legs. Dark Speckled . . . .#20884

UV2 Coq De Leon Fire Tail Feathers Fl. Flame . . . . . . . . .#26884 Fl. Chartreuse . . . . . . .26885 Per package $14.95

Fl. Yellow . . . . . . . . .#4174 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .4136 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4139 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .4160 Claret . . . . . . . . . . . .4170 Crimson . . . . . . . . . .4171 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . .4172 $5.95

Green . . Hot Pink Orange . Purple . . Red . . . White . . Yellow .

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.#4175 . .4191 . .4253 . .4254 . .4257 . .4410 . .4416

Jay Fair Premium Marabou Strictly the best grade of turkey marabou on the market today! Of all the different feathers used by fly tiers, the marabou feather has to be one of the most unique and useful. This marabou can be used on flies in many ways, from gnarly-looking bodies, to fluffy wings, to the very best undulating tails. The long plumes (6˝-8˝) make superb tails. Burgundy . . . Dark Olive . . Golden Olive Rust . . . . . . Med. Cinn . . Green Olive .

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.#28839 . .28841 . .28843 . .28845 . .28847 . .28849

Ostrich Plumes

Ringneck Pheasant, Full Tail Perfect for the pheasant tail fanatic that uses a large quantity of these iridescent fibers.

Light Speckled . . . . .#20882 Speckled Barred . . . . .20885 Per package $12.95

Wing material for traditional Spey flies.

Brown Olive . . . . . .#28838 Burnt Orange . . . . . .28840 Medium Olive . . . . ..28842 Brown . . . . . . . . . . .28844 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .28846 White . . . . . . . . . . .28848 Per package $6

#5310 $13.95

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .#12585 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . .12586 Natural . . . . . . . . . . . . .12578 Per package $3.95

Goose Shoulder Feather

Hot Pink . . . . . . .#26886 Fl. Natural . . . . . . .26887

Fluffy, top quality for midges, nymphs, and collars. White . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3646 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5614 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . .4455 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5616 Kingfisher Blue . . . . . . . .5619 Natural . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3652 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4535 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5620 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3596 Per pair $8.95

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#3653 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Fl. Fire Red . . . . . . . . . . .5615 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . . .5617 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5563 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3650 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4465 Royal Blue . . . . . . . . . . .5621

Trouthunter Cul de Canard The oil and natural properties of CDC provide the flotation of these feathers. Perfect for dry flies and emergers. No dressing necessary. Natural Dun . . . . . . .#26823 Light Dun . . . . . . . . . . .26824 Dark Dun . . . . . . . . . . .26825 Pale Yellow . . . . . . . . . .26826 Natural White . . . . . . .26827 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26828 Caddis Dun . . . . . . . . .26829 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26838

Strung Marabou Quills

Caddis Green . . . . . .#26831 Caddis Tan . . . . . . . . . .26832 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . .26833 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26834 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26835 Golden Brown . . . . . . .26836 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26837 .5 Gram per pkg. $4

Best for palmering Spey flies, but also used for tails. White . . . . . . . . . . . .#9682 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . .9685 Burnt Orange . . . . . . . .9687 Ginger . . . . . . . . . . . . .9689 Golden Brown . . . . . . .9693 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9696 Lt. Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .9698 Kelly Green . . . . . . . . .9719 Moss Green . . . . . . . . .9731 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .10786 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .10788 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11435 Pearl Gray . . . . . . . . .11437 Sculpin Olive . . . . . . .11440 Peacock Blue . . . . . . .11502 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . .11508 Fl. Fire Orange . . . . . .11512 Fl. White . . . . . . . . . .11514 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . .11516 Fl. Red . . . . . . . . . . . .11506 Per package $3.95

Cream . . . . . . . . . . .#9684 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . .9686 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9688 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . .9690 Rusty Brown . . . . . . . .9694 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9697 Yellow Olive . . . . . . . . .9718 Insect Green . . . . . . . .9729 Dark Brown . . . . . . . .10785 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .10787 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .10789 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . .11436 Shad Gray . . . . . . . . .11439 Peach . . . . . . . . . . . .11501 Fl.Yellow . . . . . . . . . .11507 Fl.Green . . . . . . . . . .11511 Fl.Blue . . . . . . . . . . . .11513 Fl.Chartreuse . . . . . . .11515 Fl.Cerise . . . . . . . . . .11517 Coral . . . . . . . . . . . . .11505

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STH Turkey Flats These make terrific post for any paradun pattern. White . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#7042 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . . .7044 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7048 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7051 Per package $2.95

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#7043 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . .7047 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7049 Dark Dun . . . . . . . . . . . .7053

Damsel Tail Marabou This ultra soft marabou is perfect for damsel or small leech tails. White . . . . . . . . . . . .#15264 Brown . . . . . . . . . . .15266 Lt. Olive . . . . . . . . . .15268 Dk Brown . . . . . . . . . .15270 Purple . . . . . . . . . . .15272 Shad Gray . . . . . . . .15274 Per package $2.50

Burnt Orange Red . . . . . . . Moss Green . Olive . . . . . . Black . . . . . . Sculpin Olive

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.#15265 . .15267 . .15269 . .15271 . .15273 . .15275

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HOOKS

M AT E R I A L S

TECHNIQUES

Tying a Perfect Spey Fly were simple constructions, which often even omitted a tail (an exception was the Lady Caroline featured). The body of Spey flies was constructed of wool with a Spey cock or heron feather wrapped as a body hackle. In addition, several tinsel wraps were added. Finally, a teal or guinea feather was wound as a throat hackle (again the exception was the Lady Caroline requiring a golden pheasant breast feather). After that, the wings were simple paired slips of bronze mallard flank feathers.

ensure the thread loops over the slip. The feather slip is held in place and secured to the hook using a soft loop technique. The thread is then pulled evenly and smoothly to ensure individual fibers of the feather do not split. With a little practice this technique becomes easy. The near side feather slip is mounted in the same way.The goal is to mount the wing in a tented fashion to look like the bottom of an upside down sail boat.

ORIGINAL SPEY FLIES

Traditional black up-turned loop-eye Atlantic salmon hooks are most often used for tying traditional Spey flies. The original, Scottish Spey flies were tied on long shank blind eye Atlantic salmon hooks. Similar hooks are actually still manufactured but require the addition of a loop of silk or braided mono at the front. Modern fly tiers can choose from a broad selection of upturned eye Atlantic salmon hooks. Among them is Daiichi’s Alex Jackson Model 2051 Series hooks and heavier Model 2061. Both are excellent, and feature a graceful bend and ultra sharp point and available in black, silver, bronze, and gold finishes. The body material of early Scottish Spey flies was Berlin or pig’s wool. Unfortunately, pig’s wool is expensive and only available from distributors of special fly tying materials. Berlin wool came from Merino sheep which is still readily available today as skeins of yarn at sewing supply retailers. Check the package to make sure it is Merino wool. The yarn can be used (as is) as a body wrap, or cut into ½ to ¾ inch long strips and blended in a coffee bean grinder to make dubbing. Several colors of yarn can be mixed to create the perfect hue. Blending brown and olive together, for example, produces the correct color dubbing for the Lady Caroline pattern illustrated. Several tinsel wraps over the wool body are customary when tying Spey flies. Modern mylar tinsel is readily available in both flat and oval and different sizes. A fairly wide flat tinsel, most often silver, usually served as the main body wrap for early Spey flies along with one or more wraps of smaller silver or gold tinsel. Sometimes the last oval tinsel wrap was wrapped counter to the body hackle to help prevent it from breaking. The choice of body hackle on early flies was usually from the Spey cock, a type of rooster chicken, or heron, likely the European Grey Heron Ardea cinerea. North American herons are now protected and it is illegal to even possess the feathers. Blue eared pheasant is often suggested as a substitute but the feather is usually not long enough to palmer the entire body. The original Spey cock feather was taken from the sides of the chicken’s tail, and the color ranged from brown or grey, to black. Spey cocks are thought to have disappeared decades ago, however select Schlappen feathers are very similar and make an excellent substitute. Schlappen is readily available from most fly shops and comes in a variety of dyed colors. Natural teal or guinea hen feathers were most often used as a throat hackle on early Scottish Spey flies. Again, the Lady Caroline pattern was an exception and used a red golden pheasant breast feather (though some of the earliest fly descriptions did not include the throat hackle).The throat hackle is wound in front of the wool body and body hackle. Natural and dyed teal and guinea hackle is readily available at most fly shops. The wings for early Spey flies were constructed of paired slips of bronzed mallard duck flank feathers (usually sold in packages that contain both left and right feathers). Narrow slips of bronzed mallard flank feather are taken from both the left and right feather for the wing. I like to strip the unused side and lower portions of a feather from the stem. Also this allows me to cut slips of equal width from the right and left feathers.The fibers are left attached to the stem. In addition, slips should include the lower grey portion of the feather. Above all this allows the fibers to stay together and not split apart. Through history, several methods for mounting the wings have been employed. My method is simple. I mount the flank feather slips one at a time. The far side slip is mounted first. Also, spinning the thread counter clockwise before wrapping over helps

When building the fly, the body wrap, tinsels and body hackle are first tied in at the rear of the hook just above the hook point. Materials should be secured with thread in the reverse order they are to be wrapped forward. For example, the first material tied in is the small oval tinsel since it will be the last wrapped. Early Spey fly bodies were usually thin, and an easy method to create a thin body is to created a dubbing loop with the thread, then twist it to form a small rope. As an alternative, a single strand of wool yarn can also be used. Once the body is formed, the wide flat tinsel is wrapped forward – toward the hook eye. Usually, 5 turns of tinsel duplicate early Spey flies. The third turn of tinsel should be in the middle of the body.The small oval tinsel is wrapped forward spaced on or between the flat tinsel. If a second oval tinsel is not used, the body hackle should be wrapped forward before the oval tinsel. Then, the body hackle is palmered forward to the hook eye. It is desirable to counter wrap the small oval tinsel to ensure the body hackle doesn’t break. (Historic footnote: In the Middle Ages, a palmer was a Christian pilgrim, normally from Western Europe, who had visited the holy places in Palestine. As a token of their visits to the Holy Land, individuals brought back a palm leaf or a palm leaf folded into a cross. A hairy caterpillar known to travel long distances like the pilgrims was called a palmerworm. Subsequently, the word palmer was used to describe the technique of winding a hackle around the fly body, replicating the hairy caterpillar look.) The body of the Spey fly is finished with one or two turns of the teal or guinea hen feather tied in at the front of the fly. Care should be taken to ensure adequate distance remains to tie in the wings. Some tiers like to remove the fibers from one side of the body hackle to helps reduce bulk. The schlappen feather should be tied in at the butt, not the tip. If using a blueeared pheasant feather, it may be necessary to tie in the feather near the center of the body. This will ensure several wraps of hackle over the front of the body using the shorter feather. Finally the head is finished with the several wraps and a whip finish of tying thread, then several coats of head cement are applied to finish the fly. Heads are meant to be small and neat. – Dennis P. Lee

About the author: Dennis Lee is a well-respected fisheries scientist and avid fly fisherman who has devoted most of his life to the study and pursuit of steelhead, trout, and bass. With more than 48 years of experience helping to manage California’s diverse anadromous fisheries and warmwater habitats, he provides a unique perspective into the fly fishing world Dennis’ books on California steelhead should be required reading for anyone addicted to that facet of the sport, and his website and blog are both informative and entertaining. Dennis counts among his friends some of the most famous and respected fly fishers in the American West, and when he has something to say, that rarefied community of anglers sits up straight and listens! You can learn more about his flies, his blog, and his books at: https://dennisplee.com

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Full Hungarian Partridge Skin

Mottled Ozark Oak Turkey Quills

Duck Quills

First quality and difficult to find! The choice of most fly tiers for hopper wings, muddlers, and some caddis.

These are matched pairs (left and right) that are ideal for quill wings, no-hackles, and small biots.

#3666

Per pair $6.95

Natural Gray . . . . . . .#3583 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . 5307

White . . . . . . . . . . .#6098 Per pai r $2.25

The feathers from different parts of the skin have lots of uses, particularly on soft hackles and nymphs. #754 $49.95

Turkey Biot Quills These extra long biots make perfect quill bodies. White . . . . . . . . . . .#5551 Caddis Green . . . . . . .3673 Blue Winged Olive . . .4578 Sulphur Orange . . . . .3676 Pale Morning Dun . . .3674 Light Olive . . . . . . . . .3669 Rusty Spinner . . . . . . .5553 Per package $3.50

Mahogany . . Black . . . . . Light Cahill . Olive . . . . . . Callibaetis . . Trico . . . . . . Hendrickson

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.#3670 . .3668 . .3681 . .5041 . .3680 . .3679 . .5555

Gadwall Great mallard flank or wood duck flank substitute that can change the complexion of fly patterns with long, thin fibers and distinct barring.

Matched Mallard Wings A standard for quill wings, no-hackles, and wing cases. Left and right matched.

#7062 Per package

$4.95

#3588 Per pair

Dyed Gadwall By popular demand of traditional steelhead fly tiers.

Select Turkey Tail Feathers Natural brown, long, dark fibers. #3682 Per pair $5.95

Mallard Dyed Wood Duck

Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . #17373 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17375 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .17380 Peacock Blue . . . . . . . .17382 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18947 Per package $2.95

A great substitute for the diminishing supply of natural wood duck flank. #3586 Per package

Natural and Dyed Teal Flank

$3.95

. . . . . . .#5208 . . . . . . . .5213 . . . . . . . .5220 $2.95

Orange . . . . . . . . . .#5221 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .5222 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .5236

We’ve taken all the work out of preparing for the application of perfect antennae on salmon flies, stone fly patterns, legs, and tails on nymphs, like the Prince.

Super Select Mallard Duck Flank Feathers An essential material on classic Spey flies. #3585 Natural Mallard Per packag e

$3.95

Natural Peacock Eyes Peacock around the eyes is much fuller bodied, less fragile, and more iridescent. This traditional, effective material helps create realistic segmented bodies that will be quite durable if they are ribbed with fine wire. Our peacock is first class quality and second to none! #2980 Package of 4

$4.95

Jay Fair’s Dyed Mallard Jay’s famous mallard, all dyed by himself.We purchased the very last of this great material. Great for legs, wing cases, tails on nymphs, dries, or even steelhead flies. Limited supply. Fiery Brown . . . . . . . .13788 Dk Cinnamon . . . . . . .13798 Per package $2.95

Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .13789 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . .13795

Peacock Herl No doubt more flies have been tied using peacock as a material in the recipe than any other fur, feather, or synthetic. Natural iridescence is responsible for the success of many patterns. #2936 1/8 Ounce Package 2937 1/4 Ounce Package

$4.95 7.95

Peacock Sword Required for many of the most popular nymphs, like the Zug Bug, and used on a number of saltwater patterns. #2979 Package of 4

$3.95 pkg.

Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#17374 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . .17376 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . . .17381 Wood Duck . . . . . . . . .17383

Stripped Goose Quills (Biots)

Beautiful hard barring! Makes excellent collars on steelhead flies, legs, and tails on nymphs. Claret . . . . Green . . . . Natural . . . Per package

$2.95

Stripped Peacock Quills Save yourself valuable time with these hand stripped peacock herl. Dyed in colors to match the hatch. Polish quills make beautiful segmented bodies. We suggest soaking them in water before using them to reduce brittleness. Coating the body with a thin UV resin will make your fly practically bomb-proof! Olive . . . Red . . . . Crimson . Ginger . . Yellow . . 25/$6.50

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.#26922 . .26924 . .26926 . .26928 . .26930

Brown . Orange Natural Pink . . Green .

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.#26923 . .26925 . .26927 . .26929 . .26931

Brown . . . . . . . . . . .#3576 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .3577 Amber . . . . . . . . . . . .3578 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . .4282 PMD . . . . . . . . . . . .15553 Rusty Spinner . . . . . .15555 Light Cahill . . . . . . .15556 Pink Cahill . . . . . . . .15558 Callibaetis . . . . . . . .15559 Per package $2.95

Grey . . . . . . . . . . . .#3579 White . . . . . . . . . . .3581 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .3582 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .3580 Blue Wing Olive . . . .15554 Hendrickson . . . . . .15560 Caddis Green . . . . .15557

Stripped Hackle Quills These finely tapered hackles have been painstakingly stripped and softened chemically, then dyed in very practical colors for wrapping on traditional dries and modern parachutes for a perfect, tapered, segmented body look. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . #2856 Blue Quill . . . . . . . . . .2859 Blue Wing Olive . . . . .2862 Baetis Olive . . . . . . . .2857 Red Quill . . . . . . . . . .2860 Frying Pan PMD . . . . .6185 Per package $4.25

Ginger Quill P.M.D . . . . . Melon Quill Light Cahill . Sulphur . . .

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.#2863 . .2858 . .2861 . .6186 . .6188

Select Guinea Body Feathers 1st class feathers, stacked and strung for easy selection. Orange . . . . . . . . . . .#3638 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .3639 Natural . . . . . . . . . . .3640 Highlander Green . . . . .3641 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .14323 Per package $6.95

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Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .#3642 Hot Pink . . . . . . . . . .3643 Claret . . . . . . . . . . .3644 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .3645 Silver Doctor Blue . . . . .3647

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Fly tier, and personality extraordinaire

TheoBakelaar

Ever wonder how those bead head ﬂies got into your box? Like the sport itself, they were imported from Europe. But when they showed up, America wasn’t yet ready!

T H E O ’ S F R O M T H E Netherlands, and like a lot of people in the world of fly fishing and fly tying he has a personality that’s a little larger than life. If you met him you wouldn’t forget. He’s made a tremendous contribution to the sport, yet most fly tiers and fly fishermen haven’t the slightest idea who he is, or why we owe Theo a debt of gratitude. He’s “The Gold Bead Man in Rosmalen” and in 1990, when he first showed up on the fly fishing scene in America, with a suitcase full of beads, we weren’t ready for him or his beads. Another of those larger-than-life personalities in our sport, Mike Lawson, was there and described meeting Theo in West Yellowstone, “I was sitting there tying flies at the Federation of Fly Fishermen Conclave and this character comes up with a gold-painted head. I thought...there’s a guy who definitely has his act together. He handed me a couple of those gold bead flies and I looked at them, then looked back at him and said, ‘What fish in his right mind would eat this?’ Spank me with a wooden spoon, because look what happened.” With rare exception, the sport of fly fishing and the art of fly tying usually progress at different times and at a snail’s pace. However, when beaded nymphs caught traction it changed the direction of our sport immediately. Noted angling artist, Dave Hall, was then responsible for the selection of new products at Umpqua Feather Merchants and he recalls, “Gold beads changed fly fishing beyond what anyone could have imagined. Suddenly a guide could take somebody onto the water, tie on a gold bead head nymph and, instead of spending weeks practicing casting, they could let the line drift down below them, lob an indicator upstream, and catch fish within minutes!” To quote Theo, “It was crazy!”

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Squirrel Tails

patches of elk body hair and are much better quality and easier to work with in virtually any application.

A good tail or wing material for streamers, steelhead, and larger nymphs.

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Yearling Elk This hard to find hair is very fine and doesn’t flare as much as mature elk. It’s an ideal natural fiber for smaller dries and tails.

#15334 Moose Mane 15333 Moose Body Hair 2˝ x 3˝ patch $4.50

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Calf (Kip) Tails The prefered material for wings or tails on dries, streamers, and steelhead patterns. White . . . . . Red . . . . . . . Brown . . . . . Hot Orange . Olive . . . . . . Pink . . . . . . $5.50

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Tailing Fibers (Microfibbetts) These synthetic tailing fibers are very easy to manipulate and to work with. They are stiffer than natural fibers to keep your dry fly floating high. They are also much more durable than natural options, and mimic the taper of traditional tailing fibers.

Another hard-to-locate fur that’s excellent for tailing dry flies and specialized wings. #15331 Natural 3.25˝ x 3˝ patch $5.95

Red Fox . Orange . Yellow . . Purple . . Black . . $4.95

Arctic Fox Excellent wing material for traditional steelhead and Atlantic Salmon flies. Makes great tails or wings and is a fine alternative to marabou. Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8037 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .8039 Highlander Green . . . . .8049 Kingfisher Blue . . . . . . .8046 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . .8042 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . .8048 White . . . . . . . . . . . . .8040 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8071 $6.95

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Calf Body Hair Simple, quick and easy way to tie Wulffs, Royal Humpies, parachutes and hair wings. No stacking and very little under fur. White . . . . . . . . . . .#5595 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . .5597 Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . .5596 2.5˝ x 5˝ patch $6.95

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Rabbit Fur Strips in ﬂy tying Morgan Lyle, a New York fly rodder, may have made the case best for O N E L O O K A T T H E C O N T E N T S found in the belly of a bass or trout incorporating rabbit fur in your flies in a Daily Gazette article: will convince you that the fish we consider to be so smart are often fooled “A strip of rabbit fur in the water has both macro-movement (twisting and by some of the dumbest things. In fact, the presence of all sorts of debris, undulating like a small fish) and micro-movement (small, wavy, fluttering sticks, rocks, and other difficult-to-digest stuff is so common in the movements of the fur itself even when the fly is nearly at rest). stomachs of freshwater fish that biologists consider a routine cause of death A zonker strip, as strips of bunny hide are known, doesn’t have quite as among trout in the wild may be their inability to digest and pass what much movement in the water as saddle hackle feathers, but it they’ve eaten. Literally death by constipation. makes up for that with bulk – seen from any perspective.” But most of the time (and it does take time) those inedible Beyond durability, perspective is the reason we’ve found objects are broken down and those difficult to digest items are rabbit fur flies to be preferable in the far north than those simply expelled more slowly. An example are the (multiple) mice patterns that derive their silhouette from feathers or pure found in the stomachs of Kamchatka trout. synthetics. Whether the fish first spots the fly from the side With exception, the primary food sources of trout in Alaska or rear, it looks edible. or Kamchatka are other fish, and the product of spawning salmon Undoubtedly, the fact that it sinks quickly is part of the (eggs, fry, decomposing salmon, etc.). Sure, there are leeches, Dali Lama’s formula for success. Rabbit fur absorbs moisture and their diet – even in the arctic regions – does include some The number and sinks more quickly than the webbiest of hackle. aquatic insect and vegetative biomass, but most of the time fish one streamer Most anglers consider the addition of some flash along the live by eating baitfish and smaller versions of each other. And lateral line of the fly essential to success, and tiers can it’s our job, as fishermen to figure out what’s going to work best. in both Alaska modify the sink rate by their choice of a cone head (in any But back up. Obviously a fish often only has a moment to color), Fish Skull, bead head, chainbead, or any other form make the decision between real food or the fake stuff. The and of chain bead variant. fundamental approach to selecting a fly (whether it’s a The choice of color can become an issue depending on the streamer, nymph, or dry fly) is consideration of the fly’s size, Kamchatka situation and often changes the way veteran anglers fish the silhouette, and color. In that order. But forage fish fly; perhaps dead-drifting a pink or flesh-colored version as a imitations not only have to look like food to have a chance is the carcass fly behind a gob of decomposing salmon, adding a pink to be eaten, they have to act like the real thing. That’s why bead to an all black body, or using one of the traditional fur bodied streamers are so effective. incomparable black/white or olive/white combinations. It’s not surprising then, that when veteran anglers reach A final thought...flies like the Dali Lama are the reason so into their fly box in Kamchatka or Alaska, their first choice Dali Lama many fly rods are broken. The cone head hits the rod at velocity is often the Dali Lama (originally introduced to fly tiers by J.J. and bruise or damage the integrity of the graphite matrix. The Philgreen in NW Alaska). It’s got the size, profile, and an rod keeps flexing on every cast, and with every fish, and eventually breaks at action that big trout find an irresistible imitation of many menu items. In that point. The solution is to open the loop in the forward casting stroke, and fact, the Dali Lama and those other flies that fall into second, third, and keep it away from both the rod and the back of your head. fourth place in the race, all have one common denominator – rabbit fur.

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Hareline's Tiger-Barred Rabbit Strips

Rabbit Fur Strip

Magnum Rabbit Strips

Pre-cut Zonker, streamer, and bunny leech material. These strips speed up and simplify the process of tying.

Black . . . . . . . . . . . .#8558 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . .8560 Crawfish . . . . . . . . . .8562 Fluor. Pink . . . . . . . . .8564 Grizzly . . . . . . . . . . .8566 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .8568 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .8570 Salmon . . . . . . . . . . .8572 White . . . . . . . . . . . .8574 1/4˝ wide strips Per package

Black . . . . . . . . . . . .#3996 Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . .3076 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .3993 Chinchilla . . . . . . . . .5407 Crayfish . . . . . . . . . . .3990 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . .5334 Dark Brown . . . . . . . .3988 Fl. Fire Orange . . . . . .3991 Flesh . . . . . . . . . . . . .5401 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . .3994 Fl. Pink . . . . . . . . . . .3987 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . .1531 Ginger . . . . . . . . . . . .3985 Shrimp Pink . . . . . . . .2697 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . .3986 Steelie Blue . . . . . . . . .14318 Per package $4.95

Gold Variant . . . . . .#3997 Natural Brown . . . . .5405 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .3992 Olive Variant . . . . . . .3998 Peach . . . . . . . . . . . . .485 Purple . . . . . . . . . . .3999 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .5404 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . .3983 Salmon Pink . . . . . . . .504 Silver Gray . . . . . . . .3995 Sand Variant . . . . . . .5406 White . . . . . . . . . . . .3989 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . .5411 Golden Olive . . . . . . . .950 Burgundy . . . . . . . . .5413 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . .14319

Two-Tone Rabbit Pre-cut and ideal as Zonker, streamer, steelhead, salmon, and bunny leech material.The distinctive twotone barring will spice up and add one more element to traditional rabbit strip patterns. Peachy Pink . . . . . . .#3006 Black/Chart . . . . . . . .2755 Black/Hot Pink . . . . .2720 Cream/Pink . . . . . . . .3063 Hot Orange/Fl.Orange 2701 Pink/Shrimp . . . . . . .3102 Purple/Hot Pink . . . . .2773 Salmon/Pink Orange .3104 Per package $4.95

Black/Red . . . . . . .#2763 Black/Fl. Orange . . . .2760 Black/Olive . . . . . . . .2706 Flesh/Pink . . . . . . . . .3065 Peachy/Orange . . . . .3087 Purple/Fuchsia . . . . .2847 Violet/White . . . . . . .2698 Cotton Candy . . . . . .3061

fly anglers take full advantage of the fact we have a plethora of different aquatic insects that trout take full advantage of all year long. In many cases, so many insects are present at one time it can be difficult to dissect whether trout are keying on one over another. These insects are incredibly important to the trout. However, I think we as anglers tend to overlook that fish have other forms of food available, with one in particular being the sculpin. Sculpin are a common baitfish found in many freestone rivers and creeks throughout the country, and in this region it is no different. In my favorite fishery, the Pit River, sculpin are abundant. If you ever watch a sculpin in their natural habitat, they tend to squirt

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Magnum Tiger Barred Rabbit Strips 1/4˝ wide strips that look great on most streamers, bass, salmon and steelhead flies. Terrific dye job, and good selection of attractive, usable colors. Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Tiger Barred Per package

Orange/Black/Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#8577 Black/Orange/Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8578 Blue/Black/White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8579 Mahi/Black/Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8580 Orange/Black/White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8582 Pink/Brown/Shrimp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8583 Pink/Black/White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8584 Hot Pink/Brown/Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8585 Hot Pink/Brown/Peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8586 Purple/Black/White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8587 Green/Brown/Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8588 Olive/Black.Lt. Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8589 Orange/Black/Yellow/Chartreuse . . . . . . .8581 $5.50

Crosscut Rabbit Strips The preferred material for Alaska and Kamchatka flesh fly patterns. This cross-cut, soft-tanned fur lays down like a palmered hackle when wrapped around a hook. Purple . . . . . . . . . . .#7066 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . . .5403 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . .7074 Ginger . . . . . . . . . . . .3088 White . . . . . . . . . . . . .455 Per package $3.95

Tying with Pine Squirrel

Baby Blue . . Chinchilla . . Fuchsia . . . Gold Variant Hot Orange Peach . . . . . Red . . . . . . Tan . . . . . . Yellow . . . . $3.50

Black . . . . . . Fl. Chartreuse Mouse Grey . Red . . . . . . . Olive . . . . . .

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about on the bottom. They are not natural swimmers like other minnows and baitfish. This means that when they become disoriented, they have a tough time swimming and simply drift about in quick, turbulent currents. With this in mind, I created a sculpin pattern that is fished on a tight line or under an indicator. The pattern is simple: Pine squirrel strips and EP body material; quick, easy, and effective. Pine squirrel strips make for an excellent imitator of smaller baitfish. It lacks the bulk and gaudiness of rabbit, keeping the profile slim without losing any action. I prefer pine squirrel over rabbit for smaller sculpin patterns for this exact reason. The majority of forage-sized sculpin are much smaller than expected, so keeping the profile minimal ensures for an accurate match to the natural. – Zach Miller

This is the best dye job and combo of colors we’ve ever seen! Excellent for Zonkers, streamers and bass or saltwater patterns. Best used for tails. Baby Blue/Black . . . .#11624 Chartreuse/Black . . . .11628 Crawfish Orange/Black 11630 Grizzly Natural/Black .11634 Medium Brown/Black .11637 Red/Black . . . . . . . . .11639 White/Black . . . . . . . .11641 Yellow/Black . . . . . . . .11643 Ginger/Barred Brown .11647 Peach/Barred Brown . .11649 Per package $5.25

Purple/Black . . . . . .#11626 Chinchilla/Black . . . .11629 Gold Variant/Black . .11633 Hot Orange/Black . . .11636 Olive Variant/Black . .11638 Rust/Black . . . . . . . .11640 Wine/Black . . . . . . .11642 Flesh/Barred Brown . .11646 Olive/Barred Brown . .11648 Yellow/Barred Brown .11650

Hare’s Mask An absolute necessity for any serious tier, and an important fur for many sub-surface nymphs and the primary ingredient of the Hare’s Ear nymph. It’s a fine material to blend with other furs and synthetics to create your own dubbing blend. #3919 Natural

$5.95

Veniard Dyes The best and most widely used dye in the fly materials industry, Veniard Dyes are designed specifically for feathers, furs, and other natural, absorbent materials. Instructions are included. Medium Olive Black . . . . . . Chartreuse . . Highlander . . Dark Claret . . Dark Brown . .

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Yellow . . . . . . . Scarlet . . . . . . Kingfisher Blue Purple . . . . . . . Orange . . . . . . $9.95

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Pine Squirrel Zonker Strips Pine squirrel doesn’t absorb water like rabbit and is much easier to cast when wet. It’s a wonderful alternative to rabbit particularly for smaller leech and streamer patterns. Beautifully dyed, pre-cut in narrow strips, and soft-tanned so they’re very easy to palmer for bodies or use as undulating tails. Black. . . . . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . Sculpin Olive . . Natural . . . . . . 6 Per package

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Brown . . . . . . . . Purple . . . . . . . . Rust . . . . . . . . . Crawdad Orange

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DUBBING LOOPS, COMPOSITE LOOPS,

and the various types of wraps and chenille’s that have been becoming more and more popular lately. These synthetic materials are easy to work with, move realistically in the water, and are dyed to match natural, or bright and attractive colors. These synthetic materials are much more durable than natural materials so your fly will last longer.

EP Tarantula Brush MOP Chenille Essential material for tying the productive MOP Fly. Each package contains 5 feet of 1⁄4 inch thick, fluffy, rich chenille yarn in all the colors you’ll need. White . . . . . . . . . Oyster White . . . . Orange . . . . . . . . Cinnmon . . . . . . . Red . . . . . . . . . . . Olive . . . . . . . . . . . Black . . . . . . . . . . Chocolate . . . . . . . Medium Dun . . . . . . 6 brushes per pack

.#28550 . .28552 . .28554 . .28556 . .28558 . .28560 . .28562 . .28564 . .28566 $2.50

Cream . . . Yellow . . . . Tan . . . . . . Wine . . . . Light Olive Purple . . . . Pink . . . . . Light Dun . Flesh . . . .

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Enrico Pulglisi’s one half inch Tarantula brushes use a blend of rubber legs, EP fibers, EP silky fibers and EP sparkle fibers. These brushes will add life to any baitfish or steelhead pattern. Black . . . . . . . . . . .#25115 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .25117 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . .25119 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .25121 6 brushes per pack $8.95

Brown . . . . . . . . . .#25116 Sculpin . . . . . . . . . . .25118 Brown Olive . . . . . . .25120 White . . . . . . . . . . .25122

EP Craft Fur Brushes Jay Fair's Translucent Swimming Hackle Stonfo Thread Splitter This new tool saves time and makes dubbing loops easy by splitting thread to insert dubbing material or feathers like CDC. #22813 $34.95

This incredible material is turning the heads of fly tiers like never before.This brush-style material has a cloth core and fibers that have incredible movement. It is applied to the hook like chenille. Once put in the water, the material fibers come alive, unlike anything we have seen.You can trim the fibers material to any length, and to get the most movement fray it out with a piece of Velcro. Great for leeches, buggers, and streamers. The Micro version is ideal for nymphs and damsels. Color

Senyo’s Predator Wrap This popular, synthetic material will add effective, extra life to your flies creating great looking collars or wings. Two wraps is about all you’ll need. Clear . . . . . . . . . . . .#19819 UV Silver . . . . . . . . . .19821 Barred UV . . . . . . . . .19823 Barred Chart UV . . . .19825 Barred Fl. Org. UV . . .19827 Barred Olive . . . . . . . .19829 Barred Purple UV . . . .19831 Per package $7.95

UV Pearl . . . . . . Barred Clear . . . Barred Blue UV . Barred Chart. . . Barred Fl. Orange Barred Pink UV . Barred Red . . . .

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Jay Fair Short and Long Shucks Lifelike, with terrific motion in the water, these shucks are ideal for buggers, streamers, and Pacific Salmon flies. Color

Short

Medium

Long

Fiber

.#7122 . . . . . . . . .#9660 . . . . . . . .#9679 . .7117 . . . . . . . . . . .9648 . . . . . . . . . .9676 . .7121 . . . . . . . . . . .9655 . . . . . . . . . .9677 . .7138 . . . . . . . .9650 . . . . . . . .9681 . .7116 . . . . . . . . . . .9649 . . . . . . . . . .9675 . .7119 . . . . . . . . . . .9654 . . . . . . . . . .9880 . .7118 . . . . . . . . . . .9653 . . . . . . . . . .9767 . .7142 . . . . . . . . . . .9661 . . . . . . . . . .9680 . .7127 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . .N/A . ..N/A . . . . . . . . . . .9647 . . . . . . . . . .9761 . .7136 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . .9763 . .7126 . . . . . . . . . . .7141 . . . . . . . . . .7146 . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . .9667 . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . .9695 . . . . . . . . . .9748 $3.00

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. . . . . . . . . . . ..#8307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8308 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8311 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8312 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8313 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8318 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8319 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8314 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8320

Black/Chartreuse . .#21066 Hot Pink/Black . . . . .21073 Black/Purple . . . . . . .21068 Bright Green/Black . . . . . . Fluorescent Orange/Black . Grey/White . . . . . . . . . . . . Medium Olive/Brown . . . . . Medium Olive/Orange . . . . Medium Olive/Sand . . . . . . Fluorescent Orange/Purple . White/Chartreuse . . . . . . . 6 per package $9.95

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Chartreuse/Black . .#21070 Hot Pink/Purple . . . .21074 Bright Red/Black . . . .21069 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21067 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21071 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21072 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21075 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21076 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21077 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21078 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21079

Ezee Bug Yarn This three-strand polyester yarn is very buggy, and moves realistically in the water. Makes great sculpins and other baitfish patterns. The three strands can be seperated to reduce bulk on smaller patterns. Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . Black . . . . . . . . . . Maroon . . . . . . . . . 20 inches per pack

Long

Burnt Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#7095 Dark Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8543 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7084 Leech Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7087 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8544 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7091 Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7094 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7080 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7081 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7082 Dark Cinnamon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7086 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7088 Medium Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7090 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7092 Per package $4.25

Black . . . . . . Burgundy . . . Brown . . . . . Burnt Orange Rust . . . . . . Med Olive . . Dark Olive . . Red . . . . . . . Nymph Dun . Purple . . . . . White . . . . . Chartreuse . . Bright Orange Golden Yellow Per package

M i cr o Fiber

The latest and perhaps greatest from the fertile mind of Enrico Puglisi, these 3˝ wide brushes are great for palmering bodies on large streamers, jungle patterns and saltwater flies. Incorporated in the brushes are micro strands of UV Flash, which add incredible visibility in low-light and dark water situations.

.#4532 . .4484 . .4539 $3.95

Golden Stone . . . . . .#4841 White . . . . . . . . . . . .4529 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .4483

Jay Fairs Spider Flash Perfect for wrapping bodies or pulling apart the individual fibers and using for flash in tails or ribbing. Eight different colors, four yards per package. Chartreuse . . . . . . . .#9289 Chrome . . . . . . . . . . .9291 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9293 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . .9298 Per package $3.00

Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . #9299 Turquoise . . . . . . . . . 9292 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9294 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . 9290

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Uni Mohair Create great looking leeches the easy way with this fine-fibered threaded yarn. Black . . . Cream. . . Gray . . . . Red. . . . . Per spool

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#1156 . 1163 . 1191 . 1193

Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .#5109 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .1376 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . .1403

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Variegated Chenille

Polar Chenille

Polar Flash Reflector Chenille

Alternating color combinations add a mottled effect to flies.

Very similar to Polar Chenille, only half of the fibers are a non-translucent, reflective material similar to Flashabou. Makes it incredibly easy to build fishylooking bodies on streamers, intruders, saltwater flies, and larger freshwater nymphs.

Black/Yellow . . . . . . . .(BY) Black/Green . . . . . . . .(BG Brown/Yellow . . . . . . .(BRY Black/Coffee . . . . . . .(BC) Brown/Orange . . . .(BROR) Dk.Olive/Ginger . . .(DOG) #VC Med. $3.25 pkg.

Long, flashy, supple fibers woven into a solid, yarn-like material.This bushy material will add life, motion, and a new dimension to your flies.

Black . . .#21967 Blood Red .21968 Blue . . . . .21969 Brown . . . .21970 Chartreuse 21971 Hot Orange21972 Per package $4.95

Hot Pink .#21973 Olive . . . . .21974 Olive Brown21975 Purple . . . .21976 Red . . . . . .21977 Root Beer .21978

Rust . Silver Tan . . Yellow

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.#21979 . .21980 . .21981 . .21982

Ice Dub Chenille Black . . . .#8421 Light Olive .8424 Peacock . . .8427 Red . . . . . .8429 Per package $4.50

Brown . . .#8422 Olive . . . . .8425 Pearl White .8432 Shrimp Pink 8430

Chartreuse #8423 Orange . . . .8426 Purple . . . .8428 Tan . . . . . .8431

Orange . . . (OR) Red . . . . .(R) Purple . . . . (PU) Olive . . . .(O) Black . . . . . (B) Yellow . . .(Y) Moss . . . . . (M) Brown . .(BR) #CHK $18.95 skein

Fluorescent Chenille Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (FP) Chartreuse . . . . . . . .(FC) Orange . . . . . . . . . . .(FO) Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (FR) Fluorescent Fire Orange (FF) #FLC $3.50 pkg. #FLKS $18.95 skein

Vernille

Holographic Mylar Chenille An excellent replacement or substitute for any pattern calling for mylar chenille. Translucent, iridescent colors add sparkle to steelhead, salmon, and Alaska streamers. Silver . . .#9278 Charteuse.#9277 Red . . . . . .9297 Black . . . .9276 2.5 yard package $3.50

Blue . . . .#9285 Gold . . . . .9280

Baitfish Chenille Similar to, but more flashy than polar chenille with flashy fibers running just under 3˝ long. Can be used as a spey hackle substitute or for baitfish bodies.There is no end to the possibilities. Generous, one yard package. Black . . . .#8845 Chartreuse .8846 Fuchsia . . . .8847 Peacock . . .8852 Per package $5.95

$18.95 skein

#VK Med.

Chenille White . . . . . . .(W) Tan . . . . . . . . . .(T) Gray . . . . . . . .(GR) Light Olive . . . .(LO) #CHM $2.50 pkg.

A mixing of Chenille, and the flashy Ice Dubbing. Both are one of the most commonly used body materials.

Black/Olive . . . . . . . .(BO) Black/Orange . . . . .(BOR) Black/ Red . . . . . . . .(BR) Dark Olive/Rust . . .(DOR) Lt.Olive/Dk.Brown .(LODB)

Blue . . . . .#8856 Fl. Hot Pink 8848 Gray Ghost .8849 Pearl . . . . .8853

Red . . . . .#8855 Purple . . . .8854 Olive . . . . .8851 Hot Orange 8850

Filler Flash Chenille The colors on this new yarn pop! A bit longer fibers than Crystal Chenille, but shorter than Polar Chenille. This body material is swell for mid-size buggers, steelhead, and saltwater streamer patterns. Black . . .#21159 Gray . . . .#21160 Hot Pink . .21161 Orange . . .21163 Purple . . . .21165 Yellow . . . .21166 Chartreuse 21168 Per package $5.95

Olive . . .#21162 Pearl . . . .21164 Brown . . .21167

Poopah Body Chenille Designed and dyed specifically for the Fox’s Poopah. Getting the color dyed correctly and consistently is very important to catching more and larger fish. Olive . . . . . . . . . . .#28737 Cinnamon . . . . . . . . .28739 Per package $4.95

Black . . . . . . . . . .#28738 Chartreuse . . . . . . .28740

Also called ultra chenille, can be used for San Juan worms, caddis pupa and crab legs, among other things. Size extra fine is appropriate for midges and small San Juan worms, the standard sizing is perfect for caddis pupa and regular ol’ San Juan worms and the large works well for bass worm imitations as well as larger caddis pupa, such as the October caddis. Color

Extra Fine

Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#4669 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5083 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4708 Cinnamon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2383 Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8101 Dark Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8098 Dark Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8095 Fl. Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4726 Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4969 Insect Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4720 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4711 Orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4717 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4690 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4699 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4660 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4714 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7381 Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4693 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4705 Per package $2.25

Standard

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.#4670 . .4962 . .4709 . .2234 . .8102 . . 8099 . . 8096 . . 4727 . . 4968 . . 4721 . . 4712 . . 4718 . . 4691 . . 4700 . . 4661 . . 4715 . . 7382 . . 4694 . . 4706

Speckled Crystal Chenille The glimpse of flash blended into rayon chenille will add life and spice up a traditional Wooly Bugger or steelhead flies that requires chenille. Black/Brown . . . . . . .#3607 C&G/Black . . . . . . . . .3625 Copper/Black . . . . . . . .3623 Halloween . . . . . . . . . .3621 Midnight . . . . . . . . . . .3622 Pearl/Fl. Green . . . . . . .3614 Pearl/Fl. Pink . . . . . . . .3617 Pearl/ Hot Pink . . . . . .3615 Red/Black . . . . . . . . . .3620 Lime/Olive . . . . . . . . . .3611 Per package $4.50

Black/Dark Olive . . . .#3608 Copper/Brown . . . . . . .3609 Gold/Black . . . . . . . . . .3624 Lime/Black . . . . . . . . .3610 Pearl/Black . . . . . . . . .3612 Pearl/Fl. Orange . . . . . .3616 Pearl/Fl. Red . . . . . . . .3618 Pearl/White . . . . . . . . .3619 Pearl/Fire . . . . . . . . . .3613

Amber . . . . . . . . . . . .#454 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .473 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . .591 Claret . . . . . . . . . . .12201 Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .12226 Fl. Blue . . . . . . . . . .11919 Fl. Flame . . . . . . . . .11555 Fl. Orange . . . . . . . .11556 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . . .592 Hot Orange . . . . . . . .597 Hot Pink . . . . . . . . .11557 Light Pink . . . . . . . .11558 Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .601 Olive Brown . . . . . . . .602 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .658 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .12224 Root Beer . . . . . . . . . .668 5 yard package $3.95

Shell Pink . . . . . . .#11559 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . .12225 UV Brown . . . . . . . .12228 UV Olive/Copper . . .11797 UV Rust/Copper . . . . .344 UV Red . . . . . . . . . .13060 UV Black . . . . . . . . .12227 UV Chartreuse . . . . .12229 UV Copper . . . . . . . . .202 UV Fuchsia . . . . . . .12230 UV Gold . . . . . . . . . . .345 UV Hot Orange . . . .12231 UV Hot Pink . . . . . .12676 UV Olive Brown . . . .13039 UV Olive . . . . . . . . .12677 UV Pearl . . . . . . . . .11798 UV Purple . . . . . . . .13052 UV Silver . . . . . . . . . .350

Micro Polar Chenille The smallest chenille has a myriad of uses.The shorter chenille fibers make it ideal for building precise bodies and accurately proportioned, small nymphs and scuds. Olive . . . . . . . . . . . . .#7502 Tan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7530 UV Red . . . . . . . . . . . .7490 Rusty Orange . . . . . . . .7505 Scud Gray Olive . . . . . .7508 UV Brown . . . . . . . . . .7479 UV Fuchsia . . . . . . . . .7482 UV Hot Pink . . . . . . . .7484 UV Purple . . . . . . . . . .7488 Black . . . . . . . . . . . . .7499 Per package $2.95

Olive Brown . . . UV Clear . . . . . UV Black . . . . . Scud Gray . . . . Shrimp Pink . . UV Chartreuse UV Hot Orange UV Olive Brown UV Olive . . . . . Brown . . . . . . .

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.#7503 . .7498 . .7477 . .7506 . .7529 . .7480 . .7483 . .7487 . .7486 . .7500

Cactus Chenille The most popular crystal chenille ever made. Originally available only in large sizes, the addition of micro and medium made the material much more versatile. Color

Micro

Medium

Large

Brown Green . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . ..#13020 . . . . . . . .#13021 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .13051 . . . . . . . . .12511 . . . . . . . . . 13019 Caddis Green . . . . . .13054 . . . . . . . . . ..N/A . . . . . . . . . . .N/A Chartreuse . . . . . . . .13058 . . . . . . . . .13022 . . . . . . . . . 13023 Cream . . . . . . . . . . .13055 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Dark Olive . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .13024 . . . . . . . . . 13025 Dun . . . . . . . . . . . . .13057 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Flesh . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . ..13036 . . . . . . . . . 13037 Fuchsia . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .13026 . . . . . . . . . 12513 Hot Orange . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .12514 . . . . . . . . . 13027 Medium Blue . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .12512 . . . . . . . . . 13041 Medium Brown . . . . .13059 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Olive Dun . . . . . . . . .13062 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Olive . . . . . . . . . . . .13061 . . . . . . . . .12515 . . . . . . . . . 13028 Peacock . . . . . . . . . .13063 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Pearl . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .13038 . . . . . . . . .13040 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .13042 . . . . . . . . . 13043 Purple . . . . . . . . . . .13064. . . . . . . . . .13044 . . . . . . . . .13046 Root Beer . . . . . . . . .13066 . . . . . . . . .13047 . . . . . . . . . 12519 Red . . . . . . . . . . . . .13065 . . . . . . . . .13045 . . . . . . . . . 13065 Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . .13067 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Shrimp Pink . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . .13048 . . . . . . . . . 13049 Tan. . . . . . . . . . . . . .13068 . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . . . N/A Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . .N/A . . . . . . . . ..13050 . . . . . . . . . 12517 Per package $3.95

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T H E O R I G I N A L Glo Bug Yarn® was introduced by The Bug Shop (only

a few miles south of The Fly Shop’s Redding location) in the late 1960’s. The family-owned operation had already been tying Glo Bugs for nearly a decade and couldn’t keep up with demand from local steelhead fishermen. These simple egg patterns are made from high loft yarns that, when tied to a hook with strong thread under extreme pressure, it expands to create an egg-shaped ball. When wet, the ball becomes translucent and simulates a salmon, steelhead, or trout egg well enough to fool most egg-eating fish. Unfertilized salmon eggs quickly decompose, become slightly buoyant, and turn an opaque whitish-pink. Silt collected on the outer skin of the egg can give it a grayish cast. Allowed to drift long enough, it will be attacked by fungus and algae and become greenish.Trout and steelhead may become selective to these different egg nuances – hence all the yarn color options. Veiled Eggs simulate freshly fertilized eggs with milt trailing off of them, or slime fungus covered dead eggs in the latter stages of decomposition.

Tying & Fishing

Egg Patterns

Mic hael Caranci photo

Trout Beads Color

Original Glo Bug Yarn

The folks who first tied Glo Bugs® live about 7 miles from The Fly Shop®, here in Redding. It’s an effective, simple-to-tie fly that literally started the single-egg revolution in western angling. The original Glo Bug Yarn remains the favorite material for a lot of tiers. There is 15 feet of yarn in each package and the yarn is approximately 8mm or 5⁄16˝ diameter. The Fly Shop advises using very good scissors! Pink Lady . . . . . . . . . . .#6928 Champagne . . . . . . . . . .6929 Egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6931 Peachy King . . . . . . . . . .6933 Chartreuse . . . . . . . . . .6935 White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6937 Light Roe . . . . . . . . . . . .6939 Flame . . . . . . . . . . . .6941 Apricot Supreme . . . . .6942 Oregon Cheese . . . . . . .2111 Creme Delight . . . . . . . .7113

Salmon Egg . . . . . . .#6927 Baby Pink . . . . . . . . .6926 Golden Nugget . . . . . .6930 Dark Roe . . . . . . . . . .6932 Cerise . . . . . . . . . . . .6934 Deep Dark Red . . . . .6936 Sockeye Orange . . . . .6938 Burnt Orange . . . . . . .6940 Steelhead Orange . . . .6925 Alaska Roe . . . . . . . .6949 Cotton Candy . . . . . . .6971 Shrimp Pink . . . . . . . .6013 Per package $3.95

Otter’s Soft Clusters

Apricot Opaque . . . . .#754 Apricot . . . . . . . . . . .7538 Flamingo . . . . . . . . . .7544 Kiwi Opaque . . . . . . .7547 8 Per package $2.95

Ruby . . . . . . . . . . . .#7550 Tango . . . . . . . . . . . .7556 Tangerine . . . . . . . . .7553

Egg Veil Perfect material for creating the impression of a skein over the top of any egg pattern or Egg Sucking Leech. It’s the final step in building an authentic roe fly.

In the mid-1990’s a new material, McFly Foam Yarn hit the market and tying nice, round eggs has been easier ever since.The yarn is easier to cut than other similar products achieving a round egg is also much easier, and the finished egg imitation is more realistic, attractive, and has proven to just catch more fish. An advantage to tying egg imitations with McFly Foam Egg Yarn is that more of the material sits high on the hook shank without impeding the hook gap. The material allows you to use a little smaller hook while keeping the egg the focal point hiding the hook. McFly Foam Yarn is available in wide range of colors and tiers can mix them or incorporate dots for custom combinations. The dye used on McFly Foam Yarn hold its color for an eternity and won’t fade in the water or in your fly box. The Fly Shop’s TFS 105 hook is terrific for these flies and modestly priced at $11.00 per hundred pack. You go through a lot of egg patterns, particularly because we are fishing them behind salmon on or near the bottom. There are half a dozen great YouTube videos on tying eggs perfectly using McFly Foam Yarn, and most professional, commercial tiers have shifted to using this brand of egg yarn material. Even though its easier to cut, still make sure to use good scissors. Color

Rubberized roe clusters, used with egg type patterns. To keep in place tie a thread base and apply Zap-AGap before sliding onto the hook.

#9223 Per package

McFly Foam Egg Yarn

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Code

Brite Red . . . . . . . .#5759 Orange . . . . . . . . . . .3171 Caddis Green . . . . . .3169 Chartreuse . . . . . . . .3176 Watermelon . . . . . . .5769 Pink . . . . . . . . . . . . .3177 Ripple . . . . . . . . . . . .3170 January . . . . . . . . . . .5768 Purple . . . . . . . . . . . .3163 Fl. Cerise . . . . . . . . . .8812 Black . . . . . . . . . . . .5757 Brown . . . . . . . . . . . .3162 Tan Flats Crab . . . . . .8076 Light Olive Crab . . . . . .326 Flesh . . . . . . . . . . . .8840 Multi-Color Clown. . . . .2053 2 yard package $4.95 s

Color

Code

Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . #3167 McRoe. . . . . . . . . . . . 3175 Early Girl . . . . . . . . . . 3168 McCheese . . . . . . . . . 8077 Late Pink . . . . . . . . . . 3178 Late McRoe . . . . . . . . 5770 Strawberry. . . . . . . . . 3174 Steelhead Orange. . . . 4264 Iliamna Pink . . . . . . . 5766 Cerise . . . . . . . . . . . . 5767 Burnt Orange . . . . . . . 3155 White . . . . . . . . . . . . 3156 Tangerine . . . . . . . . . 3164 Apricot . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8819 Fl. Peach . . . . . . . . . . 8838 Baby Blue . . . . . . . . 12417

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8mm

10mm

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