Lead Wire for Flytying

Lead Wire for Flytying by Danville

Soft round lead wire on a handy spool.
Used to add weight to your flies, it is easily wrapped around the hook.
You can also use it to taper the body at the same time

Available in three sizes:
Small - 0.015" (0.38mm)
Medium - 0.02" (0.5mm)
Large - 0.03" (0.75mm)
Each spool contains about 4.5m of lead wire

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Video: Fly Tying Tips: Use these tips when wrapping lead wire – HINT: you are doing it backwards…

Danville Lead wire is a great way to add weight to your flies, making them sink faster and swim more realistically. They are also easy to use and come in a variety of widths and thicknesses, so you can choose the perfect one for your fly.

To use lead wire, start by cutting a piece of the desired length. Then, wrap it around the hook shank, starting at the eye and working your way down. As you wrap, make sure to press the lead strip firmly against the hook shank so that it doesn't unravel.

Once you have wrapped the lead strip all the way down to the bend of the hook, trim off any excess. Then, you can tie off the lead strip with thread and continue tying your fly as usual.

Here are some tips for flytying with lead wire:

Use a lead wire that is the same width as the hook shank. This will help to create a smooth, even body.
If you are using a thick lead strip, you may need to wrap it multiple times to get the desired weight.
Be sure to press the lead strip firmly against the hook shank as you wrap. This will help to prevent it from unraveling.
Once you have tied off the lead, you can trim off any excess.

Danville Lead wire is a versatile flytying material that can be used to create a variety of flies. They are a great way to add weight to your flies, making them sink faster and swim more realistically.

Here are some examples of flies that can be tied:

Nymphs
Streamers
Wet flies
Buoyant flies
Egg patterns

Danville Lead Wire for Flytying is a great way to add weight to your flies, making them sink faster and swim more realistically. They are also easy to use and come in a variety of widths and thicknesses, so you can choose the perfect one for your fly.