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French Quarter Flash- Finatics Fly Company
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SKU: french-quarter-flash-finatics-fly-company
Overview
Built for tiers who want their patterns to stand out, this flash material adds strong shimmer and a textured finish to baitfish flies, dubbing brushes, saltwater patterns, and freshwater streamers. The long, 8-inch strands and wrapped microfilament construction give it a lively look that works well when you want extra visibility in the fly. It can be used in dubbing loops or tied in straight, offering flexibility for different tying styles. For anglers looking to add a bold, high-contrast accent to their flies, it brings plenty of visual punch without complicating the build.
Why Hunters Choose the Finatics Fly Company
Over 1,600
Strands of 8-inch flash per
Premium Pearl
Pearl-dyed synthetic flash offers a
Wrapped Microfilaments
Add texture and a more
Suitable Baitfish
Patterns, dubbing brushes, saltwater flies,
Works Dubbing
Loops or tied in straight
Key Features
- Premium pearl and pearl-dyed synthetic flash from Finatics Fly Company
- Over 1,600 strands of 1/100-inch flash per hank
- Each strand measures 8 inches long
- Wrapped microfilaments add textured sparkle
- Suitable for baitfish patterns, dubbing brushes, saltwater flies, and freshwater flies
- Can be used in dubbing loops or tied in straight
Best Used For
- Tyers building baitfish patterns that need bold, high-visibility flash
- Anglers tying saltwater flies with a textured, shimmering accent
- Fly tiers making dubbing brushes or dubbing loops with added sparkle
- Freshwater streamer builders wanting a loud, eye-catching finish
- Tyers who prefer synthetic flash with a lively, party-style look
Specifications
| Application Methods | dubbing loops or tied in straight |
|---|---|
| Colorfinish | pearl and pearl-dyed |
| Design Inspiration | New Orleans nightlife |
| Flash Material | premium pearl and pearl-dyed synthetic flash |
| Flash Strand Length | 8 inches |
| Flash Strand Thickness | 1/100 inch |
| Intended Uses | micro baitfish, monster streamers, baitfish patterns, dubbing brushes, saltwater flies, freshwater flair |
| Microfilament Wrapped | Yes |
| Strands Per Hank | over 1,600 |
| Texture | slight texture |
Pros
- Over 1,600 strands of 8-inch flash per hank provide substantial material for tying
- Premium pearl and pearl-dyed synthetic flash offers a bright, textured appearance
- Wrapped microfilaments add texture and a more dimensional glow
- Suitable for baitfish patterns, dubbing brushes, saltwater flies, and freshwater flies
- Works in dubbing loops or tied in straight for flexible use
- Designed by Finatics Fly Co. and inspired by New Orleans nightlife
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Uses a highly visible, flashy profile, so it may be more attention-grabbing than subtle for situations that call for a restrained presentation.
- The product is described as having slight texture and wrapped microfilaments, which adds structure but may be less straightforward than very smooth flash materials when tying.
- At 8 inches long, it is suited to baitfish patterns, dubbing brushes, and larger streamer applications; it may be more material than needed for very small, minimal-tie patterns.
- The description emphasizes bold shine and movement, so anglers looking for a low-profile or muted finish may want a different flash option.
Suggested Comparisons
- Fly tying flash material
- Dubbing brush materials
- Saltwater fly tying materials
- Freshwater fly tying materials
Suggested Accessories
- Flash material
- Dubbing brush materials
- Fly tying thread
- Fly storage organizer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Quarter Flash used for?
It is a flash material for tying flies. The description says it works for micro baitfish, monster streamers, baitfish patterns, dubbing brushes, saltwater flies, and freshwater applications.
How much flash comes in one hank?
Each hank contains over 1,600 strands of flash.
What is the strand length?
The strands are 8 inches long.
Can it be used in dubbing loops or tied in straight?
Yes. The product description says it can be used in dubbing loops or tied in straight.
What makes this flash different from standard flash material?
The description says it uses premium pearl and pearl-dyed synthetic flash with wrapped microfilaments, which adds a textured glow and slight texture. No further material or performance details are provided.