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ReferenceReady · Fly Tying Tools
ReferenceReady Nail Knot Tool Combo, Fly Fishing Knot Cards & Sticker
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- Item weight
- 0.04 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 4.37 x 3.98 x 0.39 inches
Quick take
A combo kit with a nail knot tool, waterproof reference cards, and a fly box sticker covering 15 essential fly fishing knots.
This kit pairs a nail knot tool with a set of waterproof knot cards printed on plastic, plus a sticker for a fly box that shows the tool steps. The package weighs 0.04 kg, and the cards measure 2.25 x 0.2 x 3.5 inches, about the size of a credit card. The tool's back end is a hook eye cleaner with a ring for clipping it to the cards or a tackle box. Pick this over a bare tool when you want the knot diagrams and the fly setup diagram in the same small package.
Best for
- Fly anglers learning to tie knots
- Quick knot reference while on the water
- Tying the nail knot without a tube
Skip if
- You already know how to tie your core knots
- You prefer video tutorials over printed guides
Strengths
- Nail knot tool makes this difficult knot much faster to tie
- Waterproof cards survive wet conditions and streamside use
- Portable pocket size keeps knowledge within reach
Trade-offs
- Cards show only diagrams, not step-by-step instructions for some knots
- Nail knot tool works well but does not replace traditional methods
- Sticker adds clutter to the fly box
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | knot tying tool kit |
|---|---|
| Knots covered | 15 essential fly fishing knots |
Facts
| Weight | 0.04 kg |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 0.04 kg |
| Dimensions | 2.25 x 0.2 x 3.5 in |
| Package dimensions | 4.37 x 3.98 x 0.39 in |
| Pieces | 3 |
| Contents | Knot cards, nail knot tool, fly box sticker |
| Material | Plastic card |
| Card size | Credit-card sized |
| Waterproof | Waterproof cards |
| Sport | Fly fishing |
| Tool feature | Hook eye cleaner with clip ring |
How it compares
| Product | Weight | Material |
|---|---|---|
| ReferenceReady Nail Knot Tool Combo, Fly Fishing Knot Cards & StickerPick it if you want a nail knot tool, a waterproof fly knot card set and a fly box sticker in one small kit for the bank. | Weight:0.04 kg | Material:Plastic card |
| HOOK-EZE Fishing Knot Tying Tool, 4-Piece KitPick it if you want one kit that covers hooks from 4/0 to No. 28 and includes the nail knot tool alongside a large model for bigger hooks. | Weight:— | Material:— |
| SAMSFX Fly Fishing Knot Tying Tool, 4-in-1, Stainless Steel | Weight:— | Material:— |
| SAMSFX 5-Piece Fly Tying Kit, Knot Tyer, Hook Sharpener, Retractor | Weight:— | Material:— |
| Orvis Eye Tie Fly Threader, Fly Threading ToolPick it if you thread small flies from size 4 to 24 and want the eye held steady without holding the fly by hand. | Weight:5 oz | Material:Heavy plastic |
Common questions
What size is the ReferenceReady Nail Knot Tool Knot Card Combo?
The knot cards measure 2.25 x 0.2 x 3.5 inches, about the size of a credit card, and the packaged kit measures 4.37 x 3.98 x 0.39 inches. The kit weighs 0.04 kg, so it stays light in a vest or a small tackle box.
Is the ReferenceReady nail knot tool combo waterproof?
The knot cards are printed on plastic and are described as waterproof, so they suit use on the stream. The kit also holds a nail knot tool and a fly box sticker, which are separate pieces from the cards.
Which knots does the ReferenceReady fly fishing knot card combo cover?
The cards cover the nail knot, blood knot, arbor knot, loop-to-loop connection, surgeon's knot, Albright special, perfection loop, uni knot, improved clinch knot and davy knot. The nail knot is shown both with the tool and tied over a tube.
Does the nail knot tool in this kit have a hook eye cleaner?
Yes. The back end of the nail knot tool is a hook eye cleaner with a ring that clips to the knot cards or a tackle box. The kit has three pieces: the knot cards, the nail knot tool and the fly box sticker.
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