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GREATFISHING fly tying materials Review
Our verdict
The GREATFISHING fly tying material set costs $12.99 and carries a 4.4 star average across 521 reviews, the second largest review base among the fly tying materials in this lineup. With 100+ units bought last month and six pieces per pack, it is priced as a multi piece combo rather than a single item purchase.
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Fly tiers working on shrimp pattern flies who want a six piece combo of medium sized UV glue material in one $12.99 purchase, especially those who value a review base of 521 ratings behind the product.
Skip if
Skip this if you only need a single UV glue type rather than a three way combo, or if you are not tying shrimp imitation patterns where this Target Species listing points.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 0.35 Pounds
- Target Species Shrimp
- Size Medium
- Color three uv glue combo
- Pieces 6
- 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 521 owner ratings
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Popularity4.3/5
521 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
Shrimp pattern flies for bonefish, redfish, and other flats species often call for a durable UV cured finish, and the GREATFISHING set packages this as a three UV glue combo across six pieces of plastic material at 0.35 pounds total. At $12.99, it costs more than three of the four alternatives in this comparison but ships more pieces per pack.
The 521 review count backing this listing is the second largest in the group, trailing only the Hareline NB377's 550 reviews, and its 4.4 star average sits between the NB377's 4.2 and the Hareline Natural Elk Hair's 4.5. The 100+ bought last month figure matches the strongest recent demand tier in this comparison set, tied with the Greatfishing squirmy wormy combo also reviewed here.
For tiers specifically working shrimp patterns, the Medium size and three glue combo format cover a specific tying step that the herl, elk hair, and flash alternatives in this set do not address. The $12.99 price and six piece count work out to a bit over $2 per piece, positioning it as a mid range purchase backed by a large and consistently positive review history.
Pros
- 521 reviews at a 4.4 star average is the second largest review sample in this comparison
- 100+ units bought last month matches the top demand tier among the fly tying materials reviewed here
- Six pieces per pack spreads the $12.99 price to about $2.17 per piece
- Three UV glue combo format covers more than one glue type in a single purchase
- 0.35 pound total weight gives a reasonable supply for repeated shrimp pattern tying sessions
- Medium size sits in a middle ground that suits most standard fly sizes
Cons
- At $12.99, it costs more than three of the four other fly tying materials in this comparison
- Plastic material and glue based product means shelf life and curing quality are not detailed on the spec sheet
- Target Species is listed simply as Shrimp, so it is not a general purpose material for other fly patterns
- No color variety beyond the three UV glue combo, unlike a dedicated color combo set
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.35 Pounds |
| Target Species | Shrimp |
| Size | Medium |
| Color | three uv glue combo |
| Pieces | 6 |
| Feature | pack |
Performance notes
Six pieces at 0.35 pounds total works out to roughly a tenth of a pound of plastic material per piece, in line with small UV glue applicator bottles or wells used in fly tying. The three UV glue combo naming suggests the pack covers more than one glue type or finish in a single purchase, which matters for shrimp pattern tiers who often need a base coat and a finishing coat with different curing properties. The Medium size classification suggests these pieces are sized for standard fly bodies rather than oversized saltwater patterns or micro sized nymphs. At $12.99 for six pieces, the per piece cost sits around $2.17, which is a reasonable rate for a specialty material with a Target Species listing pointed specifically at shrimp imitation work rather than a generalist product.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 521 reviews places this listing just behind the Hareline NB377's 550 review count, making it one of only two fly tying materials in this comparison with a review base above 500. That scale of feedback, combined with a rating above 4.0, suggests the product performs consistently across a large number of buyers rather than a small early adopter group. The 100+ bought last month figure ties it with the top recent demand tier in this set, indicating the shrimp pattern combo continues to move steadily rather than fading after an initial launch. Compared to the Hareline CDC28's 4.0 across 359 reviews, this listing holds both a higher rating and a larger sample.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the three UV glue combo actually include?
The spec sheet lists it as a three UV glue combo across six total pieces, with Plastic as the material and Medium as the size. The listing does not break down exact glue types beyond that combo naming, so check current Amazon photos for specifics before buying.
Is this fly tying material meant only for shrimp patterns?
The spec sheet lists Shrimp under Target Species, which points toward shrimp imitation fly patterns as the intended use. It is not marketed as a general purpose material the way the peacock herl or elk hair options in this comparison are.
How does the 521 review count compare to other fly tying materials?
It is the second largest review base in this comparison, behind only the Hareline NB377's 550 reviews and well ahead of the Hareline CDC28's 359 and the Hareline Natural Elk Hair's 110, giving this shrimp pattern combo a solidly large sample to judge its 4.4 star average against.