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  • Twisted Caddis Tungsten Jig - Umpqua (Barbless)

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    "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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  • Two Tone Squirminator Barbless - Tungsten - Fulling Mill (Barbless)

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    If you're not fishing a Squirminator, you should be Squirmy material is irresistible Double down with a duo-tone Squirminator. Double the color, ...

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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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  • Walt Worm - Tungsten

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    Jig nymphs are becoming more and more popular in the fly fishing community.  Now with slotted tungsten bead Extremely popular nymph in the PA ar...

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  • Warrior Perdigon - Umpqua (Barbless)

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    "The Tungsten Rainbow Warrior has been a consistent producer both as a dropper below a dry and on nymph rigs. Add the density and durability of a p...

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  • Woolly Bugger - Tungsten

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    Use this pattern everywhere fish live!  Works great for all game fish including Steelhead, Salmon, Trophy Trout, Bass, you name it. Tied with that...

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  • Workhorse - Tungsten (Barbless)

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    Keeps on catching fish.  Great for Euro Nymphing. Yellow quill body, reflects light, in deep riffles Gets down and stays down Finished with a slot...

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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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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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