{"product_id":"semperfli-semperfli-fly-tying-wire-0-2mm","title":"Semperfli Semperfli Fly Tying Wire - 0.2mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSemperfli Fly Tying Wire 0.2mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis a fly tying wire, non tarnishing and perfect for chironomids or buzzers and nymphs and as ribs on salmon flies and streamers. Measuring 0.2mm or 0.008 inch diameter the non tarnishing means it can even be used in saltwater. Wire 0.2mm is part of our large range of wire colors suitable for most flies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving developed and manufactured our own computerised spooling machinery Wire 0.2mm is put onto the spool with touching turns in totally level traverse, why is this important? With Wire 0.2mm you will not get a birds nest when tying flies or have wires trapped. Our spools have a removeable cap to re-trap the wire once you have removed a section to tie your flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTie on Wire 0.2mm and tie off with thread. Rather than cutting simply wiggle and it will break saving damage to your scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 20m \/ 21.8 yards (approx ) per spool of Wire 0.2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine, lacquer-coated fly-tying wire (~0.20 mm diameter, ≈ 32 AWG). Non-tarnish finish keeps colours bright and protects the wire from blackening. Typically on compact spools (often ~20–30 m depending on colour\/retailer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Pick 0.2 mm (vs 0.1mm \/ 0.3mm)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWorks for most trout size flies:\u003c\/b\u003e visible rib\/segmentation without getting bulky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a touch of \u003cb\u003eweight for sink and keel\u003c\/b\u003e, but still fine enough for slim bodies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal for #12–16\u003c\/b\u003e nymphs\/wets and many stillwater lures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Uses \u0026amp; Patterns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRibs\u003c\/b\u003e: Pheasant Tail, Hare’s Ear, Copper John (lighter versions), Diawl Bach, Cruncher, Buzzers (#12–16).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTags \u0026amp; hotspots:\u003c\/b\u003e small butt tags on spiders\/soft hackles without dominating the fly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCounter-ribbing:\u003c\/b\u003e over quill, biot or peacock to armour delicate bodies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMini wire bodies:\u003c\/b\u003e slim nymphs or micro buggers where you want a subtle metallic sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic copper, gold, silver, black, gunmetal, plus dyed olives, browns, reds, chartreuse, hot colours. The clear lacquer keeps hues bright and resists tarnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Hook Size Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#18–20: 0.2 mm works, but keep spacing open (or drop to 0.1 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#16–12: sweet spot for ribs\/tags\/counter-ribs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#10–8: works for bolder ribs; if you want even more presence\/weight, step up to 0.3 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tying Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Helicopter off” the tag: twist the wire until it snaps clean for a flush finish (don’t scissor it).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep even, modest tension so wraps sit tight without kinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor counter-ribs, space slightly wider so the wire shows through dubbing\/quill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart your rib one turn back from the tail to keep the abdomen slim on smaller hooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen using with beads\/jig hooks, tie the wire off behind the bead before seating to avoid trapping it in the slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor two-tone ribs, twist two colours of 0.2 mm together—more visibility without jumping to 0.3 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Chooser (Wire Sizes)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.1 mm: micro ribbing, #16–22, minimal weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.2 mm: all-round trout rib for #12–16; subtle weight \u0026amp; visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.3 mm: bold ribs\/tags, #8–12, lures\/streamers; faster sink and extra durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Semperfli","offers":[{"title":"Bright Gold","offer_id":50575459483906,"sku":"SWIR002BGD","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":50575459516674,"sku":"SWIR002BLK","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bright Silver","offer_id":50575459549442,"sku":"SWIR002BSL","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":50575459582210,"sku":"SWIR002RED","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/8123\/3410\/files\/SWIR002BGD.jpg?v=1790883105","url":"https:\/\/anglersall.com\/products\/semperfli-semperfli-fly-tying-wire-0-2mm","provider":"Anglers All","version":"1.0","type":"link"}