How to Choose the Right Umpqua Tiemco (TMC) Fly Tying Hook for Dry Flies

Tiemco has become the world-wide leader in fly tying hooks by constantly innovating, evaluting, and introducing new hook styles that let flies look more life-like and by pioneering new manufacturing processes, such as chemical sharpening, that improve hook performance and working life on the water. Every year Tiemco add new hook designs, extending the range of their fly tying hook offerings to meet the expanding needs of innovative fly tyers. Each Tiemco hook style is designed specifically to satisfy the most demanding customers in the world: the fly tyers who depend on Tiemco hooks. Tiemco fly hooks are made with hardcore fly fishing in mind. Since a sharp, strong hook may be the single most important component in your fly fishing gear, the staff at The Fly Fishing Place believe it makes perfect sense to choose the best hooks in the world: If you are thinking fly tying, you should be thinking Tiemco!

TIEMCO HOOKS FOR STANDARD DRY FLIES


TMC100SP-BL:  Dry Fly, Down eye, 0X-1X Heavy, 1.5X Wide, Forged, Super Point Series, Barbless, Bronze. This new hook features SPS-Barbless point and heavier wire than TMC100 It is is strong enough for the big ones! The Super Point is a revolutionary ultra-sharp but strong hook point. We expect that this new barbless dry fly hook will replace the TMC100 as the standard dry fly hook. Sizes 10-20





TMC100 : Dry Fly Down eye, 1XFine, Wide gape, Forged, Bronze. The TMC100 is the most popular dry fly for standard dry fly patterns. An excellent choice for any traditionally hackled classic or modern high-riding dry fly pattern.
Tip: If you want to remove the barb, crimp it down BEFORE you tie the fly. That way you won't waste time tying the fly and then ruin the point when you are de-barbing the hook! Sizes 8-28







TMC100BL:  Dry Fly Down eye, 1XFine, Wide gape, Forged, Barbless, Bronze. A barbless version of Tiemco's most popular dry fly hook. The longer hook point allows for the same secure hooking and holding as the barbed model. If you  fish catch and release and if you don't like the possible hook damage that occurs when crimping down barbs, then the 100BL is for you. Sizes 8-28






TMC101: Dry Fly, Straight eye, 1XFine, Wide gape, Forged, Bronze.  For anglers who prefer a straight-eye hook, the TMC 101 incorporates all of the other features of the popular TMC 100. Many savvy dry fly anglers feel that the straight eye offers an advantage in leverage when setting the hook (Just as an equal number think that it may be a disadvantage!)  However, when you get down into the midge range, there is no denying that the standard down-eye must surely block the small gape on hooks size 20 and smaller. Sizes 10-26





TMC103BL: Dry Fly D/E, Wide gape, Extra fine wire, Barbless, Black. With its razor-sharp point, extra fine wire, and barbless design, this hook penetrates the fish's jaw quickly and holds securely. We find that many people are switching to barbless hooks not only because they simplify releasing fish, but also because the barbless disign makes for a more secure hook-up with the fish. The TMC 103BL is a versatile design and can be incorporated into dry flies, soft-hackle patterns, CDC flies and emergers with ease. In the Japanese odd sizes and with a beautiful black finish, these hooks make for a display quality fly. Sizes 11-21




TMC102Y: Dry Fly D/E, 1XF, Wide gape, Forged, Black.  Originally designed as a solution for the "quick take" strikes of Japanese native trout, the TMC 102Y has become the standard hook for tying parachute-style patterns. The point has moved back slightly for more secure hooking. Black finish, odd sizes and down-eye only. Produces a beautifully proportioned standard dry fly. Sizes 11-21

TIEMCO HOOKS FOR SPECIALTY DRY FLIES

WESTERN DRY FLIES

TMC9300: Dry & Wet Fly D/E, 1X Heavy, Wide gape, Forged, Bronze.  The best dry fly hook available for hair-wing patterns like Wulffs and Humpies. The use of a little heavier wire than the traditional dry fly hook produces a hook that is tough enough to handle large trout in fast riffles and pocket water.  An exceptionally strong dry fly hook that is also the perfect choice for standard wets and soft hackle flies. Sizes 8-18






TMC900BL:  Dry Fly D/E, 1XF, 1X Wide, Semidropped point, Barbless, Forged, Bronze. A barbless hook designed so that the point goes outward slightly and the throat is deep enough to hold fish as well as a barbed model. The wide gape allows for tying heavier bodies like Humpies and Wulffs without blocking the hook penetration. The wire is strong enough to hold big fish. The size range, sizes #8-#20, covers many different types of flies and fishing. Sizes 8-20




SPINNERS, NO-HACKLES, AND LIGHTLY HACKLED DRY FLIES

TMC101: Dry Fly, Straight eye, 1XFine, Wide gape, Forged, Bronze.  The straight eye on this hook is perfect for low-riding spinner patterns. Many savvy dry fly anglers feel that the straight eye offers an advantage in leverage when setting the hook (Just as an equal number think that it may be a disadvantage!)  However, when you get down into the midge range, there is no denying that the standard down-eye must surely block the small gape on hooks size 20 and smaller. Sizes 10-26





STIMULATORS, ADULT STONEFLIES, ADULT CADDIS, HOPPERS AND OTHER LONG-BODIED DRY FLIES

TMC200R: Nymph, Dry Fly Straight eye, 3XL, Strandard wire, Semidropped point, Forged, Bronze. A straight-eye slightly humped shank nymph and dry-fly hook that incorporates a gradually sloped bend to better imitate certain insects. Because this design is 3X-long with a sloping bend, the hook point is semi-dropped for better penetration and holding. Extremely versatile hook in a wide size range. Sizes 4-22






TMC200RBL: Nymph, Dry Fly Straight eye, 3XL, Standard wire, Semidropped point, Forged, Bronze, Barbless.  Barbless version of the 200R straight-eye slightly humped shank nymph and dry-fly hook that incorporates a gradually sloped bend to better imitate certain insects. Because this design is 3X-long with a sloping bend, the hook point is semi-dropped for better penetration and holding. Sizes 8-22



TMC2312: Large dry, Hopper, Terrestrial Straight eye, 2XL, 1XF, Slightly humped shank, Forged, Bronze. A versatile design for stoneflies, caddis and hopper flies, as well as nymphs. It features a straight eye and slightly curved, 2X-long shank. The Wire is 1X-fine for enhanced flotation of the fly. Sizes 6-16






TMC5212: Hopper & Terrestrial D/E, 2XF, Perfect bend, Forged, Bronze. A 2X-long dry fly hook based on the same design as the TMC 5262 nymph and streamer hook. The long shank makes it useful for imitating hoppers, adult stoneflies and caddis flies, as well as some of the largest mayfly duns. Sizes 6-16






PARACHUTES AND THORAX DRY FLIES

TMC102Y: Dry Fly D/E, 1XF, Wide gape, Forged, Black.  Originally designed as a solution for the "quick take" strikes of Japanese native trout, the TMC 102Y has become the standard hook for tying parachute-style patterns. The point has moved back slightly for more secure hooking. Black finish, odd sizes and down-eye only. Produces a beautifully proportioned standard dry fly. Sizes 11-21





TMC921: Dry Fly D/E, 2X Short, 1X Fine, Forged, Bronze. An extremely versatile short-shank, dry fly hook that can be used for parachute flies, thorax flies, mayfly emergers and CDC flies. The TMC 921 is also a good choice for extended-body mayfly patterns. Sizes 8-18






MIDGE AND ULTRA-MIDGE DRY FLIES


TMC518: Midge dry, tiny emerger, straight eye, 3XF, Variable wide gape / short shank, Micro barb, Bronze. This new midge hook was specially designed for the smaller sizes of TMC508. The straight-eye design provides a more open gape needed especially in the micro sizes like these. Sizes 28, 30, 32






TMC 101:  Dry Fly, Straight eye, 1XFine, Wide gape, Forged, Bronze.  Straight eye hook especially for smaller midge dry fly patterns. Many savvy dry fly anglers feel that the straight eye offers an advantage in leverage when setting the hook (Just as an equal number think that it may be a disadvantage!)  However, when you get down into the midge range, there is no denying that the standard down-eye must surely block the small gape on hooks size 20 and smaller. Sizes 10-26

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