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Blue Wing Olive Tungsten Beads, 3.2mm, 100-Pack, Chartreuse
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100 chartreuse 3.2mm tungsten beads for adding weight and flash to nymphs and streamers.
These chartreuse tungsten beads come in a 100-count pack in a 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) size, a common choice for heads on nymphs and jigs. Tungsten gives a bead real weight for its size, so a fly drops quickly toward the fish. A bright chartreuse finish adds a flash of color to the head, handy for fly tyers who stock up on a pattern they tie often.
Best for
- Tungsten nymphs that sink fast to the strike zone
- Beadhead patterns that need durable weight
- Tying midge and small fish imitations with weighted profiles
Skip if
- You tie large streamers; smaller beads look disproportionate
- You use lead for traditional patterns; tungsten is modern
Strengths
- Tungsten is denser than lead; same weight in smaller size
- Shiny finish adds flash for visibility underwater
- 100-pack volume lets you tie dozens of patterns
Trade-offs
- Shiny finish may spook fish in very clear water
- 3.2mm size limits you to small patterns; other sizes needed for larger flies
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fly tying material |
|---|---|
| Size | 3.2mm (1/8 in) |
| Count | 100 beads |
| Color | Chartreuse |
| Material | 97% tungsten |
| Finish | Shiny and smooth |
| Construction | 100% new, not recycled |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Wing Olive Tungsten Beads, 3.2mm, 100-Pack, Chartreuse | Color:Chartreuse | Suits:— |
| Blue Wing Olive Tungsten Beads, Matte Black, 2.4 mm, 100-Pack | Color:Matte Black | Suits:— |
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