Hooks for Trout Flies

[Bob Widmaier]

I have been tying flies for several years and have uses several styles and brands of hooks for both fresh and saltwater flies. However, for most of my trout flies, I started out with Tiemco hooks because of the many styles and quality of the hook. As I began tying many more flies, I shifted to Mustads for the reduced cost. However, I am thinking about going back to mainly Tiemco as I like there strength and the profile of the finished fly.

I was interested in what others have experienced and welcome any comments.

Thanks.

Dr Bob

[ScottP]

Bob,

Use what you're happy with. I tie most of my flies on Dai Riki and have absolutely no complaints with their quality, plus the cost is reasonable for me.

Regards,
Scott

[narcodog]

I tye most of mine on vintage Mustads.

[hairwing]

I'm of Norwegian descent, my surname ends in "sen"...all I can say is that I favor that hook brand for that reason alone and you don't have to. I did get peeved when the 9671 series went phoofht-phooey...it was and is a favorite of mine. But..I do have enough to last me. The smaller 94840 in sizes #24 or so always worked well for me.

hairwingsen.........

[quivira kid]

I started to buy Eagle Claw hooks here a little over a year ago and really like them! Good quality hook for pennies compared to some other brands. Other than them, Dai-Riki and Mustad for me...

[Fly Tyer]

I have always used a wide range of hooks for tying, as I tie both trout and salmon flies. I started with Mustad because of their availability in Canada. Here the cost isn't as cheap as it is in the US. I tend to purchase Daiichi hooks for most my flies now, unless I find a good deal on Tiemco hooks. I find Daiichi hooks look great, have a great selection and are remarkably strong and sharp. I have not had a Daiichi or Tiemco hook bend in the vise from tying, but I have had Mustad bend in the vise.

For the fishing that I do, I don't think you can go wrong with either of these brands, however, I much prefer Daiichi to Mustad. Tiemco hooks are great too, but again are more expensive than Daiichi hooks.

[Gandolf]

Hi Dr. Bob,

I tie all my flies on vintage Mustads, as does Narcodog above. They have served me well, but need to be sharpened prior to use.

Regards,

Gandolf