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Loon UV Clear Fly Finish Thin - 1/2oz Black
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SKU: F0099-782420000999
Overview
Designed for fine fly-tying work, this thin UV finish gives anglers controlled application when building small heads, bodies, or wing cases. Its thinner consistency is suited to detailed coatings on thread heads and other compact areas where precision matters more than bulk. The black color adds another option for tying patterns that call for a darker finish, while the formula is presented as maintaining curing speed and strength despite its lighter viscosity. For tiers focused on small, deliberate builds, it offers a practical finishing step without adding unnecessary thickness.
Why Hunters Choose the Loon Outdoors
Thinner Viscosity
Supports precise control during detailed
Well Suited
For smaller heads, bodies, and
Can Coat
A thin protective layer
Delicate Applications
Fine application matters
Maintains Curing
Speed and strength despite its
Key Features
- Specialized UV clear fly finish for delicate fly-tying applications.
- Thinner viscosity supports precise control during application.
- Well suited for smaller heads, bodies, and wing cases.
- Can coat small thread heads with a thin protective layer.
- Curing speed and strength are maintained despite the thinner consistency.
- Packaged in a 1/2 oz size.
Best Used For
- Fly tyers building small heads, bodies, or wing cases with careful control
- Anglers needing a thin finish for small thread heads and delicate applications
- Tiered flies where a light coating is preferred over a heavier build
- Users who want a specialized UV finish for precision work on smaller patterns
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Clear Fly Finish |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Size | 1/2oz |
| Type | DadTolor |
| Use Case | Delicate applications; smaller heads, bodies, wing cases; small thread heads; thin layer of protection |
| Viscosity | Thin |
Pros
- Thinner viscosity supports precise control during detailed fly tying work.
- Well suited for smaller heads, bodies, and wing cases.
- Can coat small thread heads with a thin protective layer.
- Designed for delicate applications where fine application matters.
- Maintains curing speed and strength despite its thinner consistency.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The thinner viscosity is well suited to small heads, bodies, and wing cases, but it may be less convenient when a heavier build is needed.
- It is described as a specialized finish for delicate applications, so it is more purpose-built than a general all-around fly-tying coating.
- The product is listed in a 1/2 oz size, which may be a modest amount for tyers who use finish frequently.
- The black color designation may influence the final look of the fly, so it is best chosen with the intended pattern and finish effect in mind.
Suggested Comparisons
- UV fly finishes
- Fly tying head cement
- Fly tying adhesives and coatings
- Fly tying materials for small flies
Suggested Accessories
- UV curing light
- Fly tying vise
- Fly tying thread
- Fly tying tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this product used for in fly tying?
It is a specialized fly finish for delicate applications, including smaller heads, bodies, wing cases, and small thread heads.
Is this finish intended for precise work on small flies?
Yes. The thinner viscosity is described as allowing precise control and application, which makes it suited to detailed fly tying work.
Does the thinner consistency reduce curing speed or strength?
No. The product description says its curing speed and strength are not compromised by the thinner consistency.
What color is this fly finish?
It is listed as Black in the product title and structured description.
How much product is included?
The product title lists it as 1/2 oz.