FFGene Brass Beads

FFGene Brass Beads are central-hole brass beads for fly construction, particularly nymphs, providing moderate ballast and a compact head. Their smooth, bright finish forms a clear accent at the hook eye.

Construction and use

Pass the hook eye through the central hole and select the bead to suit the eye and shank diameter; before tying, check that it can move over the hook bend. Brass provides less ballast than a comparable tungsten bead, so this model is suited to situations requiring moderate sink and a conventional seating position. Secure the bead with the fly materials and firm thread wraps, keeping it against the eye.

• Construction: brass bead with a central hole.
• Ballast: moderate weighting for nymphs and other weighted fly patterns.
• Finish: bright surface that adds a visible element to the fly profile.
• Selection: check the hole against the eye and bend of the chosen hook.
• Package: quantity depends on the selected variant; retail options include 25-piece packs.