Tungsten beads are ideal for tying weighted nymph flies and streamers, as they are 1.7x heavier than lead, they are nontoxic and more friendly to the nature.
Tungsten beads are ideal for tying weighted nymph flies and streamers, as they are 1.7x heavier than lead, they are nontoxic and more friendly to the nature.
Tungsten Beads Slotted are characterized by a narrow slot, easy to fit over the hook.
Available in many different colours and sizes!
Which bead size fits which hook size?
| Bead Ø mm | Hook size |
| 1.5 | 18-20 |
| 2.0 | 16-20 |
| 2.3 | 14-18 |
| 2.5 | 12-18 |
| 2.8 | 12-16 |
| 3.0 | 10-16 |
| 3.3 | 10-14 |
| 3.5 | 8-14 |
| 3.8 | 8-12 |
| 4.0 | 6-12 |
| 4.6 | 6-12 |
| 5.5 | 4-10 |
Tips
Of course you can also choose a bead thats either bigger or smaller, so that your fly sinks even faster or slower.
Make same nymf with different bead color and sizes to match stream depth and current speed.
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Tungsten beads are ideal for tying weighted nymph flies and streamers, as they are 1.7x heavier than lead, they are nontoxic and more friendly to the nature.
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