Semperfli Tungsten Slotted Beads 3.8mm (5/32 inch) Mottled Black & Gold

Specifications

Pros

• Tungsten alloy construction provides substantial weight in a compact 3.8 mm bead.
• Slotted design helps the hook pass around the gape more easily.
• Sized for flies and jigs that need to sink quickly.
• Pack includes 10 beads, useful for multiple builds or replacements.
• Mottled black and gold finish offers a distinctive, low-profile look.

Considerations & Trade-offs

• Sized for 3.8 mm (5/32 inch) applications, so fit is specific and should be matched to the hook and pattern you’re tying.
• The enlarged slot recess helps with hook placement, but slotted beads are still a more pattern-specific choice than standard round beads.
• At 0.411 gm per bead, they add weight quickly, which is useful for getting flies down but may be more than you want on lighter presentations.
• Pack count is 10 beads, so this is a small-quantity option rather than a bulk tying supply.

Suggested Comparisons

• Fly tying beads
• Tungsten beads
• Brass beads
• Jigs and fly components

Suggested Accessories

• Fly tying vise
• Fly tying thread
• Hook assortment
• Fly storage box

Frequently Asked Questions