Fly-Tying-Lead-Wire-Fly-Tying-Material- Fly-Fishing-Supplies-Accessories Review
Our verdict
This Fly-Tying-Lead-Wire kit costs $9.99 for a two-pack of .020in lead wire and holds a 4.6-star average across 345 reviews, the highest rating of any fly-tying material in this comparison. At line weight 4, it is built to add consistent underbody weight to nymphs and streamers without a separate purchase.
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Tyers who weight their own nymphs and streamers rather than buying pre-weighted hooks, and who want a .020in lead wire diameter on hand in a two-pack for $9.99 to build consistent underbodies pattern after pattern.
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Tyers who only tie unweighted dry flies or who already keep lead wire in other diameters do not need this .020in two-pack. Anglers in lead-restricted waters should also check local regulations before buying lead-based tying wire.
- Material Lead
- Line Weight 4
- Technique Wire
- Size Medium(.020in)
- Color Medium(.020in)2 Pack
- Pieces 2.0 Count
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 345 owner ratings
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Popularity3.4/5
345 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
A nymph that rides too high in the water column will not get down to where fish are holding, no matter how good the pattern looks. This Fly-Tying-Lead-Wire kit addresses that directly with .020in diameter lead wire, sold as a two-count pack for $9.99, built specifically for wrapping underbody weight onto hooks before the rest of the fly goes on.
The .020in diameter sits in the medium range for lead wire, thick enough to add real underbody weight without so much bulk that it crowds the hook eye. Listed at line weight 4, it is sized for standard nymph and streamer work rather than the heaviest saltwater patterns. Two pieces per pack means enough wire on hand for a full tying session without running out mid-pattern.
At 4.6 stars across 345 reviews, this lead wire carries the highest rating of any fly-tying material in this comparison, ahead of the 4.5-star Hareline Natural Elk Hair and the 4.2-star Hareline NB377. With 50+ units bought last month at $9.99, it sits in the same purchase tier as the pricier $18.06 NB377, suggesting the lower price has not come at the cost of demand.
Pros
- 4.6-star rating across 345 reviews, the highest of any fly-tying material in this comparison.
- .020in diameter lead wire sized for standard nymph and streamer underbody weighting.
- Two-count pack means enough wire on hand for more than one tying session.
- 50+ units bought last month puts it in the same demand tier as the pricier $18.06 Hareline NB377.
- At $9.99, it is one of the lower-priced options in this fly-tying material comparison.
- Line weight 4 spec gives tyers a clear reference point for matching wire to other listings.
Cons
- Only one diameter, .020in, is included, so tyers needing a thinner or thicker gauge must order separately.
- Material is lead, so anglers fishing lead-restricted waters need to confirm local rules before use.
- Two pieces per pack is a modest quantity next to bulkier material listings.
- No color or finish options are listed beyond the standard lead wire spec.
- 345 reviews is a smaller sample than the 550-review Hareline NB377 in this same comparison.
Specifications
| Material | Lead |
|---|---|
| Line Weight | 4 |
| Technique | Wire |
| Size | Medium(.020in) |
| Color | Medium(.020in)2 Pack |
| Pieces | 2.0 Count |
Performance notes
Lead wire wrapped around a hook shank before the rest of a fly goes on is what gets a nymph or streamer down into the strike zone instead of riding near the surface. The .020in diameter here sits at a medium gauge, thick enough to add noticeable weight without so much bulk that it crowds the hook eye or throws off the fly's proportions. The listing also carries a line weight 4 spec, one more data point for comparing this wire against other diameters and brands. Because the wire comes as a two-count pack, a tyer gets enough material to weight several flies in one sitting rather than running short partway through a session. Wrapping more turns of this wire adds more weight and sink rate, while fewer turns keeps the fly riding higher, so the same pack covers a range of depths depending on how it is wrapped.
What buyers say
A 4.6-star average across 345 reviews is the highest rating of any fly-tying material in this comparison, edging out the 4.5-star Hareline Natural Elk Hair and well ahead of the 4.0-star Hareline CDC28. The 50+ bought-last-month figure matches the pace of the pricier $18.06 Hareline NB377, even though this lead wire sells for $9.99, roughly half that price. The two Hareline single-material packs in this comparison show 0+ bought last month despite solid ratings, which suggests this wire's combination of a high rating and an active recent purchase pace reflects steadier demand than a niche specialty material draws. For a $9.99 basic tying component, that pattern points to a staple rather than an occasional add-on purchase.
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Frequently asked questions
What diameter lead wire does this fly tying kit include?
It ships as a two-count pack of .020in lead wire, a medium gauge sized for standard nymph and streamer underbody weighting, at $9.99. The listing also notes a line weight 4 spec, which gives buyers one more reference point when comparing against other wire diameters and brands.
Is lead wire safe to use for fly tying?
This product's material spec lists lead, which is standard for underbody weighting wire and carries a 4.6-star rating across 345 reviews. Some waters restrict lead tackle, though, so anglers should confirm local regulations before tying and fishing flies built with this .020in wire.
How does this lead wire's price compare to other fly tying materials?
At $9.99, it costs about half the $18.06 asked for the Hareline NB377, while still holding a 4.6-star rating, the highest in this comparison. With 50+ units bought last month, it matches the demand pace of that pricier competing listing.