Loon Classic Nippers, 13 in, Stainless Steel

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Item weight: 0.02 Kilograms

Quick take

Surgical-grade fly tying nippers with straight-cut blades and an integrated eye-cleaning needle, from Loon.

The Loon Classic Nippers are a streamside clipper for trimming tippet, leader and line, with stainless steel straight-edge blades. A built-in needle clears glue from hook eyes, which suits anyone tying or cleaning up flies. The yellow comfy-grip handles are meant to stay easy to hold with wet hands, and a loop lets you tether them to a lanyard or zinger.

Best for

Trimming thread and materials while tying flies
Fly tiers who need responsive, precise cutting
Anglers who tie their own patterns

Skip if

You just want to trim small items casually
You do not tie flies

Strengths

Surgical-quality steel cuts cleanly and lasts years
Integrated eye needle removes varnish from fly eyes
High-visibility yellow handles are easy to find on the bench

Trade-offs

Fine blades require care to avoid dulling
Only useful to fly tiers, not general anglers

Fishing fit

Techniques: Fly fishing

Specifications

Specifications
Type	fly tying nipper
Length	13 in
Handle	Iconic Loon yellow comfy grip

Updated 17 October 2026