BEADS, CONES, EYES & HEADS FOR ARTIFICIAL FLIES
Wide range of materials for realizing the head of your artificial fly patterns
Here you will find our extensive selection of beads, coneheads, heads, bodies and eyes for fly tying. Especially in Stillwater or in shallow sections of slow-flowing rivers, lightly weighted flies often outperform heavy tungsten patterns. Less weight allows your fly to move more naturally, making it appear livelier and more tempting to fish. Brass beads usually provide the ideal amount of weight when fish are actively feeding in mid-water while also giving the nymph excellent balance and attractive light reflections. If you want an even lighter setup without sacrificing additional attraction, glass beads are a perfect choice – especially for Sabiki nymphs. Larger heads and bodies made from brass or synthetic resin are ideal for tying heavy streamers. Eyes additionally give your fly patterns a very realistic appearance, making them even more effective and attractive to fish.
BEADS, CONE HEADS, EYES & HEADS FOR FLY TYING
THE PERFECT HEAD DESIGN FOR EVERY FLY PATTERN
The head of a fly influences far more than its appearance. It affects weight, balance, sink rate and often the overall attractiveness of the pattern. Whether you're tying classic nymphs, streamers, Hegene flies or modern Spinfly patterns, the right bead, cone head, realistic eyes or specialised heads allow you to fine-tune every fly for specific waters, target species and fishing techniques.
In this category, you'll find premium brass beads, brass cone heads, glass beads, propellers for Spinfly patterns, high-quality adhesive eyes and a selection of heads for streamers and other specialised fly patterns.
BRASS BEADS AND CONE HEADS FOR CONTROLLED SINK RATES
Brass beads and cone heads provide the ideal amount of weight whenever a slower sink rate or a more controlled presentation is required. Compared with tungsten, they allow flies to descend more gradually, making them particularly effective in shallow water, slow currents or whenever fish are feeding in mid-water.
Beyond adding weight, brass beads and cone heads also produce attractive light reflections while giving nymphs and streamers excellent balance. With a wide range of sizes and finishes available, the weighting of each fly can be matched precisely to the intended pattern.
GLASS BEADS FOR SUBTLE WEIGHTING AND EXTRA ATTRACTION
When even brass is heavier than desired or an especially natural presentation is the goal, glass beads are an excellent alternative. They add only minimal weight while introducing colour accents and subtle flashes that can often trigger additional takes from cautious fish.
Glass beads have long been a favourite choice for lightly weighted nymphs and delicate Hegene flies. Thanks to the wide variety of available colours, they can be used to create both highly realistic and eye-catching fly patterns.
EYES, HEADS AND SPECIAL COMPONENTS FOR STREAMERS AND SPINFLY PATTERNS
Realistic adhesive eyes give streamers, baitfish imitations and predator flies a lifelike appearance. Larger heads, made from different materials, help shape pronounced head profiles, increase water displacement and influence the swimming action of the fly.
For more specialised applications, you'll also find propellers for Spinfly patterns, which generate strong vibrations and flashes even at slow retrieve speeds. These additional stimuli are highly effective for attracting perch, pike and many other predatory fish.
THE RIGHT COMPONENT FOR EVERY FLY TYING TECHNIQUE
Whether you're tying lightly weighted nymphs, classic streamers, modern predator flies or innovative Spinfly patterns, choosing the right head component often determines the fly's balance, sink rate and overall performance. Different materials, weights, colours and shapes provide almost unlimited possibilities for tailoring every fly to its intended application.
With a carefully selected range of brass beads, cone heads, glass beads, eyes, heads and specialised components, you'll find high-quality materials for virtually every fly tying technique and fly pattern.