Bead Chain Eyes
Bead Chain Eyes
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Bead Chain Eyes: The Secret to Stealthy Presentations & Balanced Flies
Master the art of the subtle presentation with our high-quality Bead Chain Eyes. A staple on the benches of saltwater and freshwater pros alike, bead chain eyes offer the perfect balance of weight and lifelike movement.
Whether you are stalking spooky bonefish on a glass-calm flat or swinging streamers for trout in a shallow run, these eyes provide enough weight to get your fly down without the heavy "splat" of lead or tungsten.
The Performance Advantage: Why Use Bead Chain?
While dumbbell eyes have their place, Bead Chain Eyes are the go-to choice for anglers who need their flies to land softly and swim naturally.
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"Hook-Point-Up" Stability: The weight distribution naturally flips your hook, allowing your fly to glide over rocks, grass, and timber without snagging.
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Stealth Sink Rate: Ideal for shallow water, these eyes allow for a slow, seductive fall that triggers strikes from wary predators.
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Corrosion-Resistant Durability: Built to withstand the harsh salt environments of the flats and the grit of freestone rivers.
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Maximum Versatility: Extremely easy to work with—simply snip a pair off the chain with side cutters and you’re ready to tie.
Essential for Iconic Fly Patterns
If you are filling your box for a destination trip or your local honey hole, Bead Chain Eyes are the "must-have" material for:
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Saltwater Flats Flies: Gotcha, Crazy Charlie, and various Shrimp/Crab patterns.
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Freshwater Streamers: Small Clouser Minnows, Wooly Buggers, and Crayfish imitations.
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Warmwater Classics: Dragonfly nymphs and subtle bass bugs for pond fishing.
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Steelhead & Salmon: Low-water intruders and egg-sucking leeches.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Material | Corrosion-Resistant Metal |
| Action | Neutral to Slow Sink |
| Weight | Lightweight (Great for shallow water/stealth) |
| Customizable | Easily cut to size for any hook range |
Don’t spook the fish with heavy hardware. Switch to Bead Chain Eyes for a more natural, lifelike presentation. Shop our full selection of sizes and colors today and start tying better flies.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping Information
We ship orders Tuesday through Saturday. Orders placed before 12:00 PM EST are typically processed the same day. Orders placed after 11:00 AM EST or on weekends will be processed the next business day (our USPS closes at 11:30.
Shipping Options
- Standard Shipping (USPS / UPS Ground): 3–7 business days
- Expedited Shipping (UPS 2-Day): 2 business days
- Overnight Shipping (UPS Next Day Air): 1 business day
Shipping times are estimates and may vary during peak seasons or due to carrier delays.
Free Custom Rigging & Spooling
When you purchase a fly rod outfit from Murray's Fly Shop, we are happy to professionally spool your reel with line and backing at no extra charge before shipping. To take advantage of this service, please email us your order number after checkout and specify your preferred retrieve (left-hand or right-hand wind) and reel color preference.
Return Policy
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you are not happy with your order for any reason, we are here to help.
Returns
- Items may be returned within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange.
- Items must be in original, unused condition with all original packaging and tags attached.
- Custom-spooled reels and fly lines that have been used on the water are not eligible for return.
- Sale and clearance items are final sale and cannot be returned.
How to Return an Item
- Email us at [info@murraysflyshop.com] with your order number, valid phone number and reason for return.
- We will provide a return authorization and shipping instructions.
- Pack the item securely and ship it back to us. We recommend using a trackable shipping method.
- Once we receive and inspect the return, we will process your refund or exchange within 5–7 business days.
Damaged or Incorrect Items
If you received a damaged or incorrect item, please contact us within 7 days of delivery and we will make it right at no cost to you.
Warranty Claims
Many of the products we carry — including Orvis, Scott, Winston, and St. Croix fly rods — come with manufacturer warranties. If you need to make a warranty claim, please contact us and we will help guide you through the process with the manufacturer. Please follow all instructions included with your rod, reel, waders regarding registration requirements. (Almost all Fly Rod Manufacturers require registration for your warranty to be valid.)
Contact Us
Questions about your order, shipping, or a return? We're happy to help.
- Email: info@murraysflyshop.com
- Phone: 540-984-4212
- Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9-4 | Saturday 9-3 | Sunday Closed - All times are Eastern Time Zone
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