Hareline’s Gold Plated Lead Eyes are just what you need whenever you want to quickly get your fly down while adding a touch of flash. These lead eyes have a gold plating, making them an excellent choice for dirty or tannic waters or whenever you’re after fish that require a bit of flash. The Gold Plated Lead Eyes come in a ton of different sizes, ranging from midget to extra-large, giving you an option whether you’re fishing a shallow river for smallmouth or deep-dredging a tidal cut for monster redfish.
Uses
Hareline’s Gold Plated Lead Eyes are an excellent choice anytime you want to quickly add weight to your flies and have a bit of copper flash. From streamers to crabs, these eyes can be used on both fresh and saltwater patterns, and they provide a look that’s a bit more flashy than traditional lead eyes.
Comparisons
There are many different lead eyes available, so it really depends on what effect you want in your flies. If you’re looking for something flashy, then Hareline’s Copper Plated Lead Eyes are a great option, and if you want something more subtle, then the classic Plain Lead Dumbbell Eyes are hard to beat.