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Not all Fly Tying Thread is the Same

After collecting all of your materials, successfully following a pattern, and finally tying it all together, it would be a shame if it fell apart as soon as it hit the water. So when choosing the right thread for the job, it is important to remember that not all fly tying thread is the same.

When a new tier starts learning how to create fishing flies not much thought goes into the different types of thread and their different uses but as you grow in your skill level you quickly discover that not all thread is the same. 

If crucial, a good fly pattern will inform you whether you should choose either round or flat thread.

    Other Key factors to consider:

    • Thread strength
    • Matching the thread diameter to the size hook you are tying the fly on. (Smaller thread is crucial in keeping the fly head small and neat).

    Some EXAMPLES of the variations of fly tying thread we carry:

    • Uni-Thread is round
    • Ultra thread is flat
    • Veevus  is very strong for its diameter.
    • G.S.P. thread, the strongest thread, is used for spinning hair or other applications that require a great amount of torque.

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    Tan sewing thread spool with black ends
    Assorted sewing thread spools with multiple colors and black caps

    Uni Thread 8/0

    Wapsi
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80

    Uni 8/0 thread is a premium-weight tying thread engineered for a versatile range of patterns. Its fine diameter and exceptional strength make it i...

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    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    70 denier thread spools in black, olive, tan, and orange with labels
    70 denier thread spools, assorted colors, stacked for display

    UTC Ultra Thread - 70 Denier

    Wapsi
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35

    A flat and glossy thread.  Great for thread midges.  Can be spun to make round thread.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Made in USA

    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35
    UTC Ultra 140-denier thread spools in assorted colors
    70 denier thread spools, assorted colors, stacked for display

    UTC Ultra Thread - 140 Denier

    Wapsi
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35

    A flat and glossy thread.  Can be spun to make round thread.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Made in USA. Photos have different colored labels.

    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35 - $2.45
    $2.35
    Close up of BLACK spool ultra thread #70
    70 denier thread spools, assorted colors, stacked for display

    UTC Ultra Thread - 210 Denier

    Wapsi
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20

    A flat and glossy thread.  Available in a wide range of colors.  Made in USA. Product has a GREEN label.  It is NOT the 70 denier in the photo.

    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    Spool of 70 denier thread in dark green with red side flanges
    Assorted 280-denier thread spools in green, brown, orange, gray and gold
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    UTC Ultra Thread - 280 denier

    Rangeley Region Sports Shop
    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $1.20 - $2.20
    $1.20 - $2.20
    $1.20

    A waxed, flat thread, can be spun to be round.  Good for large flies. Available in a wide range of colors.  Made in USA Great sale price on several...

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    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $1.20 - $2.20
    $1.20 - $2.20
    $1.20
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    Olive thread spool with winding and circular label
    Black thread spool with winding and circular label

    Lagartun Extra Strong Thread

    Nature's Spirit
    $4.50 - $4.50
    $4.50
    $4.50 - $4.50
    $4.50

    In 74 or 95 denier, it is a very strong flat thread.  Excellent for use making smooth heads on streamer flies.

    $4.50 - $4.50
    $4.50
    $4.50 - $4.50
    $4.50
    G.S.P. 100 thread spools in black, white, brown, yellow, and olive; green labels

    G.S.P. 100 Thread

    Wapsi
    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60

    This is the strongest thread available. I use this thread for spinning Deer hair and any other job that requires a lot of thread torque.

    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60 - $4.50
    $3.60
    30 denier spider web thread spools, light cream color, two wound reels

    Danville 30 Denier Spider Web Thread

    Wapsi
    $2.00 - $2.00
    $2.00
    $2.00 - $2.00
    $2.00

    $2.00 - $2.00
    $2.00
    $2.00 - $2.00
    $2.00
    Kevlar thread spools, natural tan fiber in clear plastic reels

    Kevlar Thread

    Wapsi
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00

    Natural yellow and strong! Useful for any application where you need a strong thread.  Cost per spool of 50 yards.

    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    French silk floss spool with tightly wound pale blue thread
    Assorted silk floss spools in black, green, orange, light gray and white

    Lagartun French Silk Floss

    Nature's Spirit
    $7.95 - $7.95
    $7.95
    $7.95 - $7.95
    $7.95

    A must for serious classic streamer tyers.

    $7.95 - $7.95
    $7.95
    $7.95 - $7.95
    $7.95
    Embroidery floss spools, Doc Blue and Black, 600 yds each, 1-ply
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    Uni Floss

    Wapsi
    $1.70 - $1.70
    $1.70
    $1.70 - $1.70
    $1.70

    $1.70 - $1.70
    $1.70
    $1.70 - $1.70
    $1.70
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    Waxed flymaster plus thread spool in pale gold, with printed label
    Waxed flymaster plus thread spools, assorted colors on one display

    210 Waxed Flymaster Plus (Danville's)

    Wapsi
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20

    Heavy duty waxed thread used for streamers and other flies that need strong thread. 100 yard spools.

    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    $2.20 - $2.20
    $2.20
    Tan thread spool with black end caps
    Assorted thread spools in red, black, white, tan, green, yellow, orange, and gray

    Uni Thread 6/0

    Wapsi
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80

    Uni Thread comes in three different sizes and many different colors. It is a great general purpose thread. While it lays flat on the hook it is not...

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    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    $3.80 - $3.80
    $3.80
    Beige thread spool with black caps
    Assorted thread spools set in red, black, tan, yellow, and other colors

    Uni Thread 3/0 220D

    Wapsi
    $3.00 - $3.00
    $3.00
    $3.00 - $3.00
    $3.00

    Uni Thread comes in three different sizes and many different colors. It is a great general purpose thread. While it lays flat on the hook it is not...

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    $3.00 - $3.00
    $3.00
    $3.00 - $3.00
    $3.00
    Black 6/0 sewing thread spool, veevus brand label on round bobbin
    Veevus thread spool set with mixed colors on bobbins

    Veevus Thread 6/0

    Hareline
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00

    This is a great thread with good strength. I use the smaller sizes for all hooks smaller than size 12.

    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    Black thread spool, 8/0, 100m.
    Veevus thread spool set with mixed colors on bobbins

    Veevus Thread 8/0

    Hareline
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00

    This is a great thread with good strength. I use the smaller sizes for all hooks smaller than size 12.

    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00
    Veevus thread spool, bright orange-red 10/0 on bobbin with label
    Veevus thread spool set with mixed colors on bobbins

    Veevus Thread 10/0

    Hareline
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00

    This is a great thread with good strength. I use the smaller sizes for all hooks smaller than size 12.

    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    $4.00 - $4.00
    $4.00
    Veevus thread spool, black 12/0 on bobbin with label
    Veevus thread spool set with mixed colors on bobbins

    Veevus Thread 12/0

    Hareline
    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00

    This is a great thread with good strength. I use the smaller sizes for all hooks smaller than size 12.

    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00 - $4.30
    $4.00
    Veevus 16/0 thread spool, white
    Veevus thread spool set with mixed colors on bobbins

    Veevus Thread 16/0

    Hareline
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00

    This is a great thread with good strength. I use the smaller sizes for all hooks smaller than size 12.

    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00 - $4.50
    $4.00

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