3.3mm Slotted Tungsten Beads for Fly Tying – Ideal for Fast-Sinking Nymphs
Our 3.3mm slotted tungsten beads, made from 97% pure tungsten, are designed for fly tyers who need nymphs to sink quickly in medium-strong and fast-flowing rivers. These beads provide the perfect balance of weight and size, making them ideal for use with #14 and #16 hooks. The 3.3mm size ensures your flies get down to the strike zone faster, allowing you to target fish in deep or fast-moving waters with greater precision. The slotted design ensures a snug fit on jig hooks, enhancing both performance and presentation. Available in packs of 25, these premium beads are essential for any fly tyer who wants to increase the effectiveness of their nymphs in demanding water conditions.
Key Features:
- Perfect size (3.3mm) for fast-sinking nymphs, especially in medium-strong and fast-flowing rivers
- Best used with #14 and #16 hooks, ensuring rapid sink rate for deeper presentations
- Slotted design for precise fitting on jig hooks, improving fly control and balance
- Long-lasting anodized and painted finishes for durability and resistance to wear
- Made from 97% pure tungsten, ensuring maximum density and fast sink rate
- Each pack contains 25 premium tungsten beads, perfect for fly tyers looking for high-quality materials
Matching the slotted bead with the jig hook Demmon ST 320 BL as reference:
| Bead Diameter in mm | ST 320 #6 | ST 320 #8 | ST 320 #10 | ST 320 #12 | ST 320 #14 | ST 320 #16 | ST 320 Size #18 | ST 320 Size #20 | |
| 2mm | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 2.5mm | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 2.8mm | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 3mm | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | yes | Yes | Yes | |
| 3.3mm | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | At limit | No | |
| 3.5mm | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| 4mm | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | At limit | No | No | |
| 4.6mm | Yes | Yes | Yes | At limit | No | No | No | No | |
| 5.5mm | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
Tungsten Weight Cart:
| Bead Diameter in mm | Weight /bead in grams | |
| 2mm | 0.06 | |
| 2.5mm | 0.12 | |
| 2.8mm | 0.16 | |
| 3mm | 0.20 | |
| 3.3mm | 0.30 | |
| 3.5mm | 0.32 | |
| 4mm | 0.48 | |
| 4.6mm | 0.73 | |
| 5.5mm | 1.25 |
