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XFISHMAN · Fly Tying Materials
XFISHMAN Brass Dumbbell Sparkle Eyes, 36-Pack, Multiple Sizes
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Size: Medium - 3/16" (4.8mm)36 eyes per pack
- Medium - 3/16" (4.8mm)36 eyes per pack
- Large - 7/32" (5.5mm)36 eyes per pack
- Small - 5/32" (4mm)36 eyes per pack
- X-Small-1/8" (3.2mm) 36 eyes per pack
- Item weight
- 0.03 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 0.22"L x 0.13"W
Quick take
Weighted brass dumbbell eyes with holographic sparkle finish that add realistic eyes and weight to streamer flies.
A 36-piece set of XFISHMAN brass dumbbell eyes with glittery resin irises and black pupils, in six colors. The brass dumbbells add weight to a streamer so it sinks, while the sparkle gives it a lifelike look. This pack covers five sizes from 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch, handy for tying a range of streamer patterns.
Best for
- Tying weighted streamers for trout and pike
- Adding lifelike eyes to saltwater fly patterns
- Beginners learning to tie nymph patterns
Skip if
- You tie ultralight dry flies and caddis pupae
- You need unweighted eyes for surface patterns
Strengths
- Brass construction provides necessary weight without bulk
- Holographic sparkle adds realism to fly eyes
- Multiple sizes suit various streamer and nymph bodies
Trade-offs
- Weighted eyes force flies to sink faster than unweighted versions
- Dumbbell shape requires careful thread placement to sit flush
- Sparkle finish may wear with heavy use in rocky streams
Fishing fit
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
Specifications
| Type | fly tying eyes |
|---|---|
| Count | 36 eyes |
| Colors | 6 colors |
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