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Aventik Dumbbell Shaped Fish Eyes Fly Tying, 5.5mm, 40-Pack

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Color: 5.5mm with 4 colors each 10pc

Item weight
0.07 Kilograms
Product dimensions
4.5 x 3 x 0.25 inches

Quick take

Pre-painted dumbbell-shaped lead eyes for streamer and baitfish fly patterns.

A 40-piece pack of lead dumbbell eyes for tying streamers, baitfish patterns and spinner flies. The pack splits evenly into sand yellow, white, fluorescent red and chartreuse, ten of each, with black pupils already painted on. This set uses the 5.5mm size, and the lead adds weight to help a fly sink.

Best for

  • Tying weighted streamer flies
  • Sink-tip and bottom-feeding patterns
  • Baitfish imitations for saltwater

Skip if

  • You tie only dry flies
  • You prefer non-toxic materials

Strengths

  • Machined pure lead with smooth, shiny surface
  • Pre-painted pupils save time and add realism
  • Balanced design prevents fly rotation

Trade-offs

  • Lead material heavier than alternatives
  • Large 5.5mm size limits small fly applications
  • Pre-painted finish may chip with repeated use

Fishing fit

Water
  • Freshwater
  • Saltwater
Techniques
  • Fly fishing
Skill level
  • Intermediate

Specifications

Specifications
Typefly tying eye
Size5.5 mm
Count40 pieces
ColorsSand yellow, white, fluro red, chartreuse
MaterialLead

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