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The French company Pêche à Soie has been producing the finest natural silk fly lines for over 200 years
PÊCHE À SOIE
200 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN FLY FISHING
PÊCHE À SOIE, a brand of Au Ver à Soie, founded in 1820, specialises in the manufacture of 100% natural silk lines for fly fishing. Originally known as the leading manufacturer of silk threads for Parisian haute couture, the company has built a reputation for the highest quality and craftsmanship over generations. Since the mid-20th century, the focus has increasingly been on synthetic materials, but thanks to the collaboration with Michel Rigault, a former technical advisor at Pezon et Michel, the brand has experienced a renaissance in fly fishing with its traditional fly lines.
Today, PÊCHE À SOIE offers fly lines made from natural silk that are both environmentally friendly and high-performance. These products are aimed at fly fishermen who demand the highest standards of accuracy and durability and at the same time appreciate the feeling of original fly fishing. The silk lines from PÊCHE À SOIE are manufactured in France using traditional methods and offer exceptional suppleness and precision when casting. A particular advantage of these lines is their longevity, which is far greater than that of modern synthetic fly lines if cared for properly. In this way, the higher purchase price of these lines is relativised over time.
Silk lines have a very special appeal: they are up to 30 % thinner than synthetic lines and can therefore be laid much more inconspicuously on the water. Especially in slow-flowing, crystal-clear waters, where a gentle presentation is crucial, these lines offer clear advantages. Another feature of silk lines is their environmentally friendly production. As silk is a natural material, it does not pollute the environment during production or disposal. The aforementioned durability also makes these silk lines very sustainable, as they last for many years and hardly lose any of their performance. This clearly sets these products apart from the throwaway mentality.
PÊCHE À SOIE remains true to its tradition of craftsmanship by preserving old techniques while utilising the latest technologies to make its products even more durable and user-friendly. The company is committed to environmentally conscious manufacturing methods and guarantees that all its products meet the highest quality standards.
Whether you are an experienced fly fisherman or a beginner, PÊCHE À SOIE products allow anglers to enjoy the beauty and precision of silk lines when fly fishing as well as experience the smoothness and unrivalled casting feel that only a silk fly line can provide.
