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XFISHMAN · Fly Tying Materials
XFISHMAN Fly-Tying Hook Assortment, 240-Pack, Barbless
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Style: Barbless Fly Hooks F103&F2488 Qty 240
- Barbless Fly Hooks F103&F2488 Qty 240
- Fly Hooks F100&F2487 Qty 240
- Item weight
- 0.11 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5.4 x 3.4 x 0.7 inches
Quick take
240-hook assortment in popular fly-tying sizes, split between dry fly and nymph patterns.
A 240-piece barbless hook assortment for tying dry flies, nymphs, midges and emergers, with 30 hooks in each of several sizes from 10 to 16. The hooks have curved shanks and sharpened points with low-profile barbs, and the sizes cover common trout patterns. Everything comes organized in a compartment box, which suits a tyer stocking up a first bench or refilling favorite sizes.
Best for
- Tying dry flies and emergers for trout streams
- Nymph and midge patterns
- Building a versatile fly box
Skip if
- You only fish saltwater or large saltwater flies
- You need barbed hooks for catch-and-release concerns
Strengths
- 30 hooks of each size eliminates resorting during tying
- Chemically sharpened points pierce quickly with minimal pressure
- Low-profile barbs hold thread and materials without bulk
Trade-offs
- Barbless hooks can bend out more easily than barbed
- Mixed sizes mean learning where each size fits your patterns
- Box storage requires organization to find specific sizes
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | fly-tying hook |
|---|---|
| Total count | 240 hooks |
| Sizes | 10, 12, 14, 16 |
| Material | Alloy steel |
| Points | Precision-ground, chemically sharpened |
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