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Tungsten beads weigh over 2x more than traditional brass beads.

Tungsten Flies

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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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  • Blowtorch - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Blowtorch is one that has been requested by customers and with good reason.  It contains a natural features of a nymph, with enough attraction...

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    Copper John - Tungsten

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    The Copper John is an incredibly famous pattern. This variation is tied with a tungsten bead so that it gets down NOW! Also great under an indicat...

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    Euro Copper John-Tungsten (Barbless)

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    The Copper John is an incredibly famous pattern. This variation is tied a euro jig hook, and includes a tungsten bead. Perfect for Czech/Euro nymp...

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    Euro Zebra Midge-Tungsten (Barbless)

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    A hugely productive nymph pattern that should be in most anglers fly boxes. This pattern is simple and to the point. Thread based bodies counter w...

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    Glass - Tungsten

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    A 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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    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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    Mason's Euro Trash Worm-- Rainy's (Barbless)

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    Tungsten bead for extra weight The right amount of flash  So effective, it should be banned High water special

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    Perdiworm - Fulling Mill (Barbless)

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    A fantastic worm pattern for fishing high dirty water or slightly off-colored. A durable finish makes this a bomb-proof point fly to bounce off th...

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    San Juan Worm - Tungsten

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    Tungsten bead helps this sink like a rock. Great for fast moving water or czech/euro setups. Imitating anything from an annelid to an earthworm. ...

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    Squirminator Jig - Fulling Mill (Barbless)

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    If you're not fishing a Squirminator, you should be The barbless tactical jig hook makes this thing even more deadly Squirmy material is irresisti...

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    Squirminator Jig Hot Head - Fulling Mill (Barbless)

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    If you're not fishing a Squirminator, you should be The barbless tactical jig hook makes this thing even more deadly Squirmy material is irresisti...

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    Squirmy Wormy Euro - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    Squirmy Worms are hugely popular. This pattern puts a modern twist on the top selling Squirmy Worm. Tied on a barbless hook, and with a hot tungst...

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    Tactical San Juan Jig - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    Tungsten bead helps this sink like a rock. Jig hook to prevent snagging the bottom Shiny metallic bead draws extra attention. Great for fast movin...

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    Tungsten Tactical Worm

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    Tungsten bead helps this sink like a rock. Great for fast moving water or czech/euro setups. Imitating anything from an annelid to an earthworm. ...

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    Twisted Worm -Tungsten - Umpqua

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      **Please note, all variations are tied on a size 16 hook "The Twisted Worm is a pattern that I created several years ago and stuffed into a bo...

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    TZM - RIO

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    RIO's best fish-catching midge pupae/larvae patterns ever designed, and something that should be in everyone's box.

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    Zebra Midge - Tungsten

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    Representing the most common trout food sources, the midges. AKA Chironomids. It has been estimated that up to 22% of a trout's diet is composed o...

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    Zebra Midge Curved - Tungsten

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    Representing the most common of trout food sources, the midges. AKA Chironomids. It has been estimated that up to 22% of a trout's diet is compose...

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    Zebra Midge Curved Silver - Tungsten

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    Representing the most common of trout food sources, the midges. AKA Chironomids. It has been estimated that up to 22% of a trout's diet is compose...

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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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