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XFISHMAN · Fly Tying Materials
XFISHMAN Tungsten Slotted Beads, 5/64in, 60-Pack, 6 Colors
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Tungsten beads 150 percent heavier than lead for fast-sinking fly patterns with quick reach.
A 60-bead assortment of 5/64" bullet-shaped tungsten beads in six colors, made for tying weighted nymphs and other bead head flies. Tungsten is dense, so these beads add weight that helps a fly get down quickly. The countersunk holes let the bead slide around the hook bend, which makes them a fit for fly tyers stocking up on a range of colors.
Best for
- Deep nymphs and beadhead patterns that need rapid descent
- Fly fishing in fast water where depth matters
- Ice fishing through thick cover
Skip if
- You tie only dry flies and floaters
- You need buoyant bead patterns
Strengths
- Tungsten beads are 150 percent heavier than lead for faster sinking
- Countersunk holes slide easily around hook bends
- 6 proven colors cover most fly-fishing scenarios
- 100% new material, not recycled, with smooth finish
Trade-offs
- Heavier beads change how the fly presents in slow water
- Countersunk holes can make larger-diameter flies
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
- Ice fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | tungsten bead heads |
|---|---|
| Size | 5/64 in |
| Count | 60 beads |
| Colors | 6 classic colors |
| Material | 98% tungsten |
| Density | 150% heavier than lead |
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