Upgrade Your Nymphs with Fast-Sinking Slotted Tungsten Beads
Get your flies down faster and more efficiently. Slotted Tungsten Beads are engineered specifically for competitive and tactical fly tying, offering the ultimate combination of weight, profile, and ease of use. Ideal for European-style jig nymphs, heavy tactical streamers, or traditional bead head patterns.
Key Features
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Density & Weight: Tungsten is roughly 1.7 times heavier than brass, allowing you to tie slim flies that sink rapidly without adding unnecessary bulk.
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Precision Slotted Design: Engineered to fit perfectly over heavy-wire jig hooks and standard fly hooks alike
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Finishes: Available in ultra-durable, multiple finishes to match any hatch, from subtle, stealthy stoneflies to flashy attractors.
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Inversion Optimization: Designed to complement jig hooks, keeping your flies riding hook-point-up to minimize bottom snags.
Available Sizes (20 per pack)
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2.0mm (5/64") – Ideal for micro-nymphs and midges (Hooks #18–#20)
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2.4mm (3/32") – Perfect for small nymphs and perdigons (Hooks #16–#18)
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2.8mm (7/64") – The versatile standard for everyday nymph patterns (Hooks #14–#16)
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3.3mm (1/8") – Excellent for deeper water or heavier flows (Hooks #12–#14)
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3.8mm (5/32") – Built for heavy tactical nymphs and small streamers (Hooks #10–#12)