Tungsten Flies
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Glass - Tungsten
$1.43Original price $1.59Original price $1.59 - Original price $1.59Original price $1.59$1.43 - $1.43Current price $1.43A great little attractor pattern that can mimic quite a few things. A nicely ribbed body gives it a great segmented look, the natural dub makes...
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Juan's Krypronite Caddis - Tungsten - Montana Fly Co
$3.15Original price $3.50Original price $3.50 - Original price $3.50Original price $3.50$3.15 - $3.15Current price $3.15Juan'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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Point Drake Tungsten - RIO (Barbless)
$2.88Original price $3.20Original price $3.20 - Original price $3.20Original price $3.20$2.88 - $2.88Current price $2.88When screening riffles to see what nymphs are present, we've noticed how Green Drakes tend to look like "baetis in a snow suit", like the kid from ...
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Twisted Caddis Tungsten Jig - Umpqua (Barbless)
$3.56Original price $3.95Original price $3.95 - Original price $3.95Original price $3.95$3.56 - $3.56Current price $3.56"The TJ Twisted Caddis has been an excellent addition to my Twisted Series of flies. The original Twisted Caddis is tied on a 200R with a brass bea...
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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