Spooled lead wire is an essential material for adding controlled weight to your fly patterns. It wraps smoothly around the hook shank, secures easily with thread, and can be coated with head cement or SuperLaq for a durable, streamlined underbody. Use it to balance nymphs, lock bead heads in place, or create dense profiles without unnecessary bulk.
Why Fly Tyers Choose This Lead Wire
- Smooth, uniform lead wire on a convenient spool
- Coated with head cement for added durability
- Adds weight to nymphs, streamers, and wet flies
- Ideal for building tapered underbodies
- Perfect for securing bead heads
- Multiple diameters available for small to large patterns
How to Use
- Wrap directly onto the hook shank before tying materials
- Secure with thread and finish with a thin coat of cement
- Add a few wraps behind a bead to keep it firmly in place
- Choose smaller diameters for micro‑nymphs and delicate patterns
Pro Tip
Combine lead wire with tungsten or brass beads to create highly effective anchor nymphs that get down fast in heavy water.
⚠️ Proposition 65 Warning (California)
This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.