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15 unknown Fly Tying Materials Review
Our verdict
This 15 spool chenille set totals 150 meters across 15 spools of 10 meters each for $12.99, backed by a 4.4 star rating across 359 reviews. That review count matches the Hareline CDC28's exactly, though this set rates 0.4 stars higher at 4.4 versus 4.0.
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Fly tiers who want 15 spools of chenille rated to a 15 pound line weight, covering 150 meters total, without buying single spools separately across multiple orders.
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Skip this if you only need one or two chenille colors, since this is a 15 spool set at $12.99, or if you need a species-specific material rather than a general purpose thread.
- Material chenille
- Weight 2.4 ounces
- Length 150 Meters
- Line Weight 15 pound
- Technique Fly
- Color 15 Spools-10M/Spool
- Priced 30% above the category median ($9.99 across 67 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5
overall
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 359 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
359 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Building a fly box with several chenille colors on hand usually means ordering spools one at a time, and this set bundles 15 spools at 10 meters each, 150 meters total, for $12.99. The listed line weight of 15 pounds and 2.4 ounce total weight round out a fairly complete spec sheet for a chenille set. Chenille at this line weight rating works for a range of fly sizes rather than one narrow pattern type.
At 4.4 stars across 359 reviews, it matches the Hareline CDC28's review count of 359 exactly while outscoring its 4.0 star rating. It also beats the Hareline NB377's 4.2 stars, though the NB377 carries more reviews at 550 and reports 50 or more units bought in the past month.
This listing shows 0 or more bought last month, so unlike the Hareline NB377 it does not confirm recent purchase momentum. At $12.99 for 15 spools totaling 150 meters, the per-meter cost is low relative to buying single spools of comparable thread from the other listings in this comparison, each of which ships as a single piece.
Pros
- 15 spools in one purchase covers 150 meters total, reducing the need for repeat orders.
- 4.4 star rating beats the Hareline CDC28's 4.0 stars despite matching its exact review count of 359.
- 15 pound line weight rating gives a clear strength reference before tying.
- 2.4 ounce total weight across 15 spools offers a concrete sense of quantity per spool.
- Technique is specifically listed as Fly, confirming intended use for fly tying rather than general crafting.
- 10 meters per spool is a workable length for multiple flies from a single spool.
Cons
- Bought last month shows 0 or more, without the stronger 50 or more demand signal the Hareline NB377 reports.
- No specific target species is listed, unlike the salmon and bass callouts on other materials in this comparison.
- At $12.99, it costs more upfront than single-spool listings like the Hareline CDC28 at $7.95.
- Only listed as 1.0 count for the set itself, so color variety within the 15 spools is not detailed beyond the general chenille material.
Specifications
| Material | chenille |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.4 ounces |
| Length | 150 Meters |
| Line Weight | 15 pound |
| Technique | Fly |
| Color | 15 Spools-10M/Spool |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
Fifteen spools at 10 meters each gives 150 meters of chenille total, enough length to keep several fly colors stocked without running short mid-project. The 15 pound line weight rating is a strength reference more common on line and leader material, and here it likely describes the working strength of the chenille thread itself rather than a hook or tippet rating. At 2.4 ounces for the full set, the material has enough bulk to wrap bodies on a range of fly sizes rather than being limited to the smallest patterns. Listing the technique simply as Fly confirms general fly tying use without narrowing to one species or pattern style, which fits a bulk chenille set meant to cover multiple projects rather than one specific fly.
What buyers say
At 4.4 stars across 359 reviews, this chenille set matches the Hareline CDC28's exact review count while outscoring its 4.0 star rating by 0.4 stars. It also edges past the Hareline NB377's 4.2 stars, though the NB377 has a larger review base at 550 and a reported 50 or more units bought last month. This listing shows 0 or more bought last month, so the strong rating here rests on accumulated reviews rather than a confirmed recent sales spike. Compared across the four materials, a 4.4 star average on 359 reviews reads as a solidly established, well-liked listing without the newest demand signal available.
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Frequently asked questions
How much chenille does this 15 spool set actually include?
The set includes 15 spools at 10 meters each, for 150 meters of chenille total, weighing 2.4 ounces combined. That works out to a meaningful stock of thread for tying multiple flies across different color spools rather than a single small pack.
What does the 15 pound line weight rating mean here?
The 15 pound line weight listed in the specs describes the working strength rating tied to this chenille material, which is a detail not listed on the other fly tying materials in this comparison. It gives a rough strength reference, though it does not replace checking tippet or leader strength separately.
How does the 4.4 star rating compare to similar sets?
At 4.4 stars across 359 reviews, this set outscores the Hareline CDC28, which sits at 4.0 stars on the same review count of 359, and edges past the Hareline NB377's 4.2 stars on 550 reviews. Only the Hareline Natural Elk Hair rates higher at 4.5 stars, based on a much smaller sample of 110 reviews.