Pheasant Tail

Pheasant Tail
Does Epoxy Add a Significant Amount of Weight to a Fly?

I just started tying my own flies, and i began playing around a little with epoxy on some like my hare's ears and pheasant tail flies..........does the epoxy add a significant amount of weight?

I don't add epoxy to PTNs and hares ears, not even after the whip finish, instead i use head cement, the reason i don't use epoxy is due to its viscosity, its too thick to add to the thread wraps, and if it gets on the dubbing the fly is ruined. I do use it for smaller patterns like scuds as it adds an excellent clear shell to these scud type flies, i also use it on worm patterns to add a glaze like that you find on the real thing, i know some UK fly tiers and Ive found they use it more than most US fly tiers i know of. You can learn lots on Fly Tying and talk to other fly anglers via this website. As for the weight aspect i don't think it does, it adds a clear shell which is excellent.

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If you want to add weight to your fly there are a few things you can do, firstly when starting your fly and laying down the first thread wraps you can tightly wrap fine lead wire around the hook shank this will help it sink to the deeper areas. Also you can add a gold Bead Head, these can be made from tungsten which is heavy and sinks quicker than other bead heads there is also Brass Beads. Also its possible to add copper wire to the body of your pheasant tail etc instead of fine tinsel which some tiers use, this adds weight and it wont tarnish.

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White River Fly Shop 24 Piece Pheasant Tail Assortment 61418
USD 29.99
 
Pheasant Tail fly patterns are some of the most effective patterns you can throw and our 24 Piece Pheasant Tail Assortment is a tremendous way to stock up on these beaded bad boys. The White River Pheasant Tail Assortment contains 2 each of the foll
 

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Golden Pheasant Tail Centers Extra Select - Fly Tying
USD 11.00
 
1 (one) Pair of Golden Pheasant Tail Centers Extra Select -Use for winging on Salmon Flies, and other Classics. -Can be used to make some Elite/Show Quality Pheasant Tail Nymphs. -Realistic Tyers use these for legs when stripped from the quill and formed. -16-18" plus in Length -1 pair per package -1 (one) Package per quantity.
 

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Pheasant Tail Flashback Nymph - Twelve Fly Fishing Flies In Your Choice Of Size
USD 8.05
 
"Flash Back" Pheasant Tail Nymphs Flash Back Twelve Flies One Dozen (12) Flies Choose Your Hook Size From the Drop-Down List Above The Pheasant Tail nymph is a deadly pattern because it can be used for so many nymphs the fish key in on. The iridescent dark green peacock herl used on this fly quivers lifelike as you work the fly below the surface. The Pheasant Tail is used whenever you want to imitate small olive (Baetis) mayflies, speckle-wings, green drake nymphs, western march brown nymph, an
 

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Pheasant Tail Nymph - Twelve Deadly Fly Fishing Flies In Your Choice Of Size
USD 8.05
 
Pheasant Tail Nymphs Twelve Flies One Dozen (12) Flies Choose Your Hook Size From the Drop-Down List Above The Pheasant Tail nymph is a deadly pattern because it can be used for so many nymphs the fish key in on. The iridescent dark green peacock herl used on this fly quivers lifelike as you work the fly below the surface. The Pheasant Tail is used whenever you want to imitate small olive (Baetis) mayflies, speckle-wings, green drake nymphs, western march brown nymph, and others. Early in the morning, work the fly very slowly along the bottom on a split shot and a strike indicator rig. The FlashBack Pheasant Tail nymph has strands of a flashy material tied over the back of the fly. To the fish this shiny reflecting material probably resembles a bubble of air attached to the nymph. Little things, like the flashy material on this fly, can trigger a feeding response from a fish. The FlashBack Pheasant Tail is excellent in lakes when fished shallow during a mayfly hatch. Try a 20" dropper rig with this fly attach
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Flashback Nymph Twelve Fly Fishing Flies -choice Of Size
USD 8.95
 
Bead Head "Flash Back" Pheasant Tail Nymphs Twelve Flies One Dozen (12) Flies Choose Your Hook Size From the Drop-Down List Above The FlashBack/Bead Head Pheasant Tail nymph has the same shiny material with the added bead for weight and the appearance of an air bubble attached to a diving insect or a nymph that is about to emerge. Some caddis pupae capture so much air that a bead head/flashback pattern is the only way to fool them. When duns are present, and the fish are not taking them,try fis
 

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Black's Flies Gold Bead Pheasant Tail Nymph Flies - 12 - PHEASANT TAIL (14 )
USD 15.95
 
CLOSEOUTS. Get more hook-ups with the Black's Flies gold bead pheasant tail nymph fly, a versatile freshwater performer with a great lifelike presentation. Made in Thailand Sold in one dozen per color and size only Visit our Fly Fishing Guide Available Colors: BROWN, HARES EAR, OLIVE, PHEASANT TAIL. Sizes: 8, 10, 16, 12, 18, 14.
 

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Ringneck Pheasant Complete Tail For Fly Tying
USD 5.99
 
Ringneck Pheasant Complete Tail from Hareline $5.99 These beautiful tails have endless uses for fly tying. The natural is hand graded for quality. The pheasant tail is one of the best all around materials ever used in fly tying.To view loads of information on fly fishing and related topics, visit www.fly-fishing-discounters.com and then click on the ONLINE FLY SHOP button to view our unbeatable shopping cart. DISCOUNT COUPON AVAILABLE, TOO.Product not sold outside the USA.On Dec-01-09 at 18:22:
 

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Pheasant Tail Nymph Fly Tying Kit Ties 24 Quality Flies
USD 14.20
 
SPIRIT RIVER FLY TYING KIT. Individual Fly Tying Kits with Bills tying videos done using these exact kits. Perfect for classes. Trout patterns come with 24 hooks in 3 size ranges and Salt has 12 hooks. We use Whiting for the hackle.
 

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Black's Flies Gold Bead Pheasant Tail Nymph Flies - 12 - PHEASANT TAIL (18 )
USD 15.95
 
CLOSEOUTS. Get more hook-ups with the Black's Flies gold bead pheasant tail nymph fly, a versatile freshwater performer with a great lifelike presentation. Made in Thailand Sold in one dozen per color and size only Visit our Fly Fishing Guide Available Colors: BROWN, HARES EAR, OLIVE, PHEASANT TAIL. Sizes: 8, 10, 16, 12, 18, 14.
 

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Black's Flies Gold Bead Pheasant Tail Nymph Flies - 12 - PHEASANT TAIL (12 )
USD 15.95
 
CLOSEOUTS. Get more hook-ups with the Black's Flies gold bead pheasant tail nymph fly, a versatile freshwater performer with a great lifelike presentation. Made in Thailand Sold in one dozen per color and size only Visit our Fly Fishing Guide Available Colors: BROWN, HARES EAR, OLIVE, PHEASANT TAIL. Sizes: 8, 10, 16, 12, 18, 14.
 

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Lot 5 Ringneck Amherst Cross Pheasant Tail Feather 182
USD 9.99
 
This is a lot of 5 tail feathers off a ringneck crossed with a lady amherst pheasant. Very unique feather for both pattern and color. there are 2 matched pairs but tops are gone. see photo Fibers are 2" 9-20" long All the items I sell have been washed and disinfected All the items I am selling are being shipped from Iowa and came from breeders here in the United States.I will state when the items were imported into the states. All the full skins are Winter birds Photo is actual items you are ge
 

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Black's Flies Gold Bead Pheasant Tail Nymph Flies - 12 - PHEASANT TAIL (16 )
USD 15.95
 
CLOSEOUTS. Get more hook-ups with the Black's Flies gold bead pheasant tail nymph fly, a versatile freshwater performer with a great lifelike presentation. Made in Thailand Sold in one dozen per color and size only Visit our Fly Fishing Guide Available Colors: BROWN, HARES EAR, OLIVE, PHEASANT TAIL. Sizes: 8, 10, 16, 12, 18, 14.
 

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Ringneck Pheasant Tail Clumps Natural
USD 5.45
 
Pheasant tail feathers are a staple of fly tiers. We stock Pheasant tail clumps which are a group of feathers from the pheasants tail. The longest feathers in the clump are approximately 16" to 20" in length.
 

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Lot Fly Tying Supplies Feathers Turkey Pheasant Tail Wing Neck Craft Materials
USD 16.99
 
Lot Fly Tying Supplies Feathers Turkey Pheasant Tail Wing Neck Craft Materials Mixed lot of fly tying feathers / craft supplies. Included - turkey feathers, wings, tail feathers, pheasant neck and other feathers Condition - unused Weight - 1 1/2 ounce including packaging More Feathers and Fishing!
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph 14
USD 1.35
 
This is the popular pheasant tail bead head nymph. The pheasant tail nymph is a traditional pattern originated by Frank Sawyer of England. The bead head gives it weight and also acts as an attractor.
 

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Avery Dog Training Dummy Atb Pheasant Tail Streamers 3
USD 9.90
 
Be sure to check our m e page---just click HERE ! Here are three (3)NEW Pheasant Tail Streamers made by Avery Greenhead Gear. These are a great accessory for attaching to your ATBs or bumpers.One side of these streamers is black and white to simulate a strobe when thrown to assist your dog in marking. The absorbent pads on these streamers also hold scent longer than when scent is placed on rubber bumpers alone. Attaches easily to almost any bumper by simply running the throwing rope through the
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph 12
USD 1.35
 
This is the popular pheasant tail bead head nymph. The pheasant tail nymph is a traditional pattern originated by Frank Sawyer of England. The bead head gives it weight and also acts as an attractor.
 

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Pheasant Tail Feathers, Hen
USD 3.75
 
The Tail Fibers are used for traditional wet fly wings. Many more applications for the designer.
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph 16
USD 1.35
 
This is the popular pheasant tail bead head nymph. The pheasant tail nymph is a traditional pattern originated by Frank Sawyer of England. The bead head gives it weight and also acts as an attractor.
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph Size: 16
USD 1.35
 
This is the popular pheasant tail bead head nymph. The pheasant tail nymph is a traditional pattern originated by Frank Sawyer of England. The bead head gives it weight and also acts as an attractor.
 

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Dyed Hot Pink - Golden Pheasant Skin Less Head & Tail
USD 10.00
 
dyed Hot Pink - Golden Pheasant Skin Less Head Tail For tyers who want the whole range of feathers from the Golden Pheasant.Shipping Our mail goes our Monday Saturday at 10AM so if we do not get your payment before then your package will got out in the next day's mail. Shipping prices are based on total order weight. The ebay calculator is great for single items but for multi item orders it can get confused. If you order more then one item let us send you an invoice 95% of the time the ship
 

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Black's Flies Rubberleg Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymph Flies -12 - PHEASANT TAIL (12 )
USD 17.95
 
CLOSEOUTS . Black's Flies has been crafting spectacular flies for over a decade. Anglers who demand quality and innovation will really appreciate flies designed by Craig Black. Made in Thailand Sold in one dozen per color and size only Visit our Fly Fishing Guide Available Colors: PHEASANT TAIL, 02. Sizes: 14, 16, 20, 18, 10, 8, 12.
 

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Pheasant Tail Nymph 14
USD 1.35
 
This is the Pheasant Tail Nymph fly.
 

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Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph Size: 12
USD 1.35
 
This is the popular pheasant tail bead head nymph. The pheasant tail nymph is a traditional pattern originated by Frank Sawyer of England. The bead head gives it weight and also acts as an attractor.
 

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Soft Hackle Pheasant Tail 14
USD 1.35
 
This is the Soft Hackle Pheasant Tail.
 

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