What are fly tying beads used for?

Beads add weight, flash, and realism to nymphs and streamers, helping them sink naturally.

What types of fly tying beads do you carry?

We stock tungsten, brass, and glass beads in round, slotted, and countersunk styles.

What sizes of fly tying beads are available?

Beads range from 1.5mm to 5.5mm to fit midges, nymphs, and larger streamer hooks.

Which brands of fly tying beads do you carry?

Drift Outfitters carries Hareline, Hanak, Flybox, Wapsi, and Drift Outfitters premium beads.

What’s the difference between slotted and countersunk beads?

Slotted beads suit jig hooks; countersunk beads fit standard hooks for classic patterns.

How should I store fly tying beads?

Store in compartment boxes by size and colour, and keep dry to prevent tarnish.

What’s the difference between tungsten and brass beads?

Tungsten beads are twice as dense as brass, meaning they sink faster and get your flies deep quickly — perfect for Euro nymphing and fast-moving water. Brass beads are lighter, more affordable, and ideal when you want a slower sink rate or a more delicate drift.

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MFC - Teardrop Plastic Streamer Beads

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Discover the Glass Beads collection at Drift Outfitters—featuring premium beads from Killer Caddis, Montana Fly Co., and Whalesback.

Available in silver-lined, smooth, faceted, and streamer teardrop styles, these beads add subtle flash, color, and moderate weight to your flies. Perfect for enhancing nymphs, emergers, and salmon patterns with eye-catching detail and precise presentation. Shop online or visit in-store in Toronto for quality components and fly-tying guidance.

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Discover the Glass Beads collection at Drift Outfitters—featuring premium beads from Killer Caddis, Montana Fly Co., and Whalesback.