Daiichi 1730 Stonefly Nymph Hook - 6

The Daiichi 1730 hook was specifically designed to enhance the natural appearance of stonefly nymph patterns. In older fly tying recipes, tiers would bend the hook shank of a typical 3X-long hook down, that way the fly exhibited a bent body more closely resembling the actual nymphs which bend between the thorax and abdomen when they free swim. Manually bending a hook always compromises the metal and is never recommended. These hooks come pre-bent for perfect looking stonefly imitations.

Dr. Gary Borger conceptualized and helped create the design for this hook. It is an improved version of the swimming nymph hook (1770) and it features 2X-heavy wire. The gentle york bend facilitates the use of beads for bead head nymphs. The design of this hook is truly unique because the eye of the hook is lower than the spear and point of the hook. As a fly rides upright in the water. This allows for a better jigging action as the fly is retrieved with short, jerking motions.

Daiichi 1870 Swimming Larva Hook 4

Perfect for tying small stonefly nymph patterns! Looks great on a small Pat's Rubber Legs style fly. Great variegated chenille with an awesome colors.

Fly Fish Food Small Stonefly Chenille - Black Purple

, OVERVIEW:, This hook was specifically designed to enhance the natural appearance of stonefly nymph fly patterns. In older fly tying

Daiichi 1730 Stonefly Nymph 3X Long Hook

This hook was specifically designed to enhance the natural appearance of stonefly nymph fly patterns. In older fly tying recipes, tiers were often instructed to bend the hook shank of a typical 3X or 4X-long hook down, that way the final product exhibits a curved or bent body more closely resembling the actual nymphs which bend between the thorax and abdomen when they free swim. Manually bending a finished hook always compromises the metal and is not recommended.

Daiichi 1730 Stonefly Nymph Hook - 6

Daiichi hooks - Natures Spirit Fly Tying

Daiichi 1730, Bent Shank Fly Tying Hooks

This hook was specifically designed to enhance the natural appearance of stonefly nymph fly patterns. In older fly tying recipes, tiers were often instructed to bend the hook shank of a typical 3X or 4X-long hook down, that way the final product exhibits a curved or bent body more closely resembling the actual nymphs which bend between the thorax and abdomen when they free swim. Manually bending a finished hook always compromises the metal and is not recommended.

Daiichi 1730 Stonefly Nymph Hook - 6

Daiichi hooks - Natures Spirit Fly Tying

Daiich Fly Tying Hooks

A pre-bent hook for a natural looking stonefly nymph.

Daiichi 1730 Stonefly Nymph Hook - 3X Long

McPhails Golden Stonefly Nymph Variant - RiverKeeper Flies

Daiichi Hooks

The Daiichi 1260 hook was designed in 1995 by the Orvis Company and Angler Sport Group as a hook to use specifically with metal beads to make “bead head” nymphs. The shape of the bend and standard wire facilitates the use of beads with a smaller center hole. The curved shank gives flies a more aesthetically pleasing and natural look. These hooks are also great for hoppers and terrestrials.

Daiichi 1260 Bead Head Nymph Hook - 14