Iridescent Fish-Scale Flash Strands 3mm 8m – Fly Tying Material
Iridescent Fish-Scale Flash Strands 3mm 8m – Fly Tying Material
Iridescent Fish-Scale Flash Strands – 3mm × 8m Fly Tying Material
Take your fly tying to the next level with these stunning iridescent fish-scale flash strands. Crafted from high-quality PVC, each 8-metre reel delivers eye-catching shimmer and lifelike fish-scale texture that attracts attention beneath the surface. Whether you're tying streamers, wet flies, or lures for ocean, lake, or river fishing, these luminous flashabou strips add irresistible sparkle to every pattern.
Product Highlights
- Brilliant Iridescent Shimmer: Fish-scale patterned surface reflects and refracts light from every angle, maximising visual attraction to target fish.
- Luminous Glow: Specially processed with a luminous quality that keeps your flies and lures visible even in low-light or murky water conditions.
- Premium PVC Construction: Durable, flexible, and water-resistant — these strands hold their shape and colour through repeated casts and use.
- Generous Length: 8 metres (approx. 26 ft) per reel gives you plenty of material to tie multiple flies or lures.
- Versatile Width: 3mm (0.12 in) width is ideal for wrapping bodies, adding flash wings, tails, or accents on a wide range of fly patterns.
- Suitable for Multiple Environments: Ocean beach, lake, and river fishing — a truly all-around fly tying flash material.
Specifications
| Material | PVC |
| Width | 3mm (0.12 in) |
| Length | 8m (~26 ft) |
| Reel Size | 6.5 × 1.5 cm (2.56 × 0.59 in) |
| Weight | 14g |
| Luminous | Yes |
| Quantity | 1 reel per pack |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
What's in the Box?
- 1 × Fish-Scale Iridescent Flash Strand Reel (3mm × 8m)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What types of flies and lures can I make with these iridescent flash strands?
A: These 3mm fish-scale flash strands are incredibly versatile for fly tying. They can be used to create streamer bodies, flash wings, tails, lateral lines, and body wraps on a wide range of fly patterns including streamers, wet flies, saltwater patterns, and custom lures — suitable for ocean, lake, and river fishing.
Q: Are these flash strands durable enough for saltwater use?
A: Yes! Made from high-quality, water-resistant PVC, these iridescent strands are built to withstand both freshwater and saltwater environments. They retain their vibrant shimmer and structural integrity even after repeated use and exposure to water.
Q: How much flash material do I get per reel?
A: Each reel contains 8 metres (approximately 26 feet) of 3mm-wide iridescent fish-scale flash strand — more than enough to tie multiple flies or lures. The compact reel (6.5 × 1.5 cm) is easy to store and use at the tying bench.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.