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Creative Angler · Fly Tying Tools
Creative Angler Bodkin, Brass
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- Item weight
- 0.02 Pounds
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Small brass bodkin tool for separating fibers, clearing hook eyes and applying head cement in fly tying.
A one-piece brass bodkin with a needle point, finished in gold, for the fly tyer's bench. It splits fibers apart, clears head cement out of a hook eye and dabs cement onto the thread head of a finished fly. A light, simple tool that suits anyone starting out at the vise.
Best for
- Detail work on dry fly patterns
- Clearing hook eyes packed with dubbed material
- Applying precise head cement
Skip if
- You tie large saltwater or steelhead patterns
- You prefer combination multi-tools
Strengths
- Brass construction is simple and durable
- Point is fine enough for precise work
- Traditional design has been reliable for decades
Trade-offs
- Brass point can bend with heavy use
- Single function limits versatility
- Handle is small and can be uncomfortable for extended tying
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | bodkin tool |
|---|---|
| Material | Brass |
| Finish | Gold |
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