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Tungsten Flies

Best Tungsten Flies for Trout

Best use: Getting flies down quickly in deep or fast water
Water: Rivers, riffles, runs, pockets, and tailwaters
Sizes: Typically 12–20

Use tungsten flies when you need to reach the strike zone fast, especially in heavy current, deeper runs, or tight-line setups.

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    Jelly Leech Balanced - RIO

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    Utilizing a subtle and under appreciated combination, the jelly leech is a "buggy" and very natural appearing leech pattern for places where the fi...

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    Jig BH Girdle Bug - Tungsten - Montana Fly Co

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    The name says it all High quality tie from Montana Fly Co Is the go-to Rocky Mountain fly for a solid 2-3 months every spring. Tungsten Bead Siz...

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    Jig Hare's Ear Variant - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    A variation on a hare's ear, designed for the competition angler. Tied on a 45 degree jig hook with a slotted tungsten bead gets the pattern down ...

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    Jigged Ant - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    In areas of elevation, particularly lakes, ants are an incredible popular food source. Fish regular wait and feast on ant falls every year. This j...

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    Jigged Caddis Larva - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    A great caddis larva pattern, perfect under an indicator or in a euro setup.  Works well as a point fly or on the dropper. Plenty of flash adds a ...

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    Jigged Flexi Stone -Rainy's

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    Balanced jig, pats body, knotted legs. This pattern has a ton going on. Perfect pattern to replicate a stone moving across the bottom of a river.

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    Jigged Fox Halo Squirrel - Tungsten

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    It's big. It's messy. It's buggy. It's nasty looking. It's a jig nymph. And fish LOVE IT. Much like a old school Hare's Ear, gold ribbing, and dub...

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    Jigged Frenchie - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Frenchie is a fairly new pattern but one that is a staple in many fly boxes. The Jigged Frenchie is just as effective but tied on a 45 degree ...

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    Jigged Grey Squirrel - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    Much like the Pink Squirrel. Black nickel beads and a bit of a natural look to the pattern. A great searching pattern, or go to attractor. Works w...

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    Jiggy Bugger - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    A perfect little streamer for lakes and streams Good looking jig doesn't get hung up in the rocks. Tungsten slotted bead gets it down NOW. Big Y F...

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    Jiggy CDC Flashback Pheasant Tail - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Czech/Euro Pheasant Tail. Tied on a 45 degree hook with a slotted tungsten bead.  This fly is tied on a jig hook which greatly reduces the cha...

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    Jiggy Drake - Tungsten - Umpqua (Barbless)

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    "This drake nymph is tied with a tungsten bead so it is guaranteed to scrape bottom, and the combination of natural and synthetic materials impart ...

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    Jiggy Leech - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    A perfect little streamer for lakes and streams Good looking jig doesn't get hung up in the rocks. Tungsten slotted bead gets it down NOW. Big Y F...

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    Jiggy Legs - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Czech/Euro Pat's Rubber Legs (or Jimmy Legs) is here. Jiggy Legs was designed on the Deschutes where swift currents and rocky bottoms can lose...

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    Jiggy Legs Short - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Czech/Euro Pat's Rubber Legs (or Jimmy Legs) is here. On a shorter shank hook than our Jiggy Legs for when a small fly is needed.  This fly is...

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    Jiggy Micro May - Tungsten - Umpqua

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    "The original Micro Mayfly patterns have for years set the standard for small, quick-sinking, lethally effective mayfly nymphs. This new variation ...

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    Jiggy Prince - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Czech/Euro Prince Nymph. Tied on a 45 degree hook with a slotted tungsten bead.  This fly is tied on a jig hook which greatly reduces the chan...

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    Juan's Krypronite Caddis - Tungsten - Montana Fly Co

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    Juan's Kryptonite Caddis is an emerging caddis larva. It features a soft hackle that imitates an emerging fly when fished on the swing. The fly fe...

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    Juju Baetis Tungsten - Umpqua

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    One of the most infamous baetis patterns in history. This pattern has been one of the top producers of picky fish across North America. Baetis are ...

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How to Fish Tungsten Flies

Tungsten flies are designed to sink quickly and reach feeding trout faster than standard beadhead patterns. They are especially effective in deep runs, fast current, and technical nymphing situations where depth matters most.

  • Use tungsten flies to get down quickly in faster or deeper water
  • Fish them under an indicator or with euro nymphing techniques
  • Adjust depth and weight until you are consistently near the bottom

When to Use Tungsten Nymphs

Tungsten patterns are most effective when trout are holding deep or current speed makes it difficult to reach the strike zone with lighter flies.

  • Ideal in high water, cold water, and deep runs
  • Excellent for winter fishing and non-hatch periods
  • Useful anytime fast sink rate is more important than delicate presentation

Fly Selection Tips for Tungsten Flies

Choosing the right tungsten fly depends on depth, current speed, and the type of food trout are feeding on.

  • Use smaller tungsten flies in clear or pressured water
  • Larger or heavier patterns work well in faster, deeper conditions
  • Perdigons, jig flies, and tungsten midges are strong choices when quick depth is critical

Tungsten Fly Quality & Construction

  • Beads: Tungsten beads for maximum sink rate in a compact profile
  • Hooks: Chemically sharpened for reliable hook sets
  • Profiles: Slim, efficient patterns designed to sink fast and drift naturally
  • Tested: Proven effective in rivers, tailwaters, and technical nymphing situations

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