Daiichi 1280 2X Long Dry Fly – Premium Extended Shank Hook for Dry Fly and Terrestrial Patterns
The Daiichi 1280 2X Long Dry Fly is a premium fly tying hook designed for dry flies with extended bodies and a wide range of terrestrial patterns. Featuring a 2X Long shank and fine wire construction, it allows fly tyers to create realistic, elongated profiles while maintaining the excellent floatation required for dry fly fishing.
Manufactured in Japan from premium high-carbon steel, the Daiichi 1280 features a Down Eye, 1X Fine Wire construction, 2X Long Shank, Perfect Bend, Bronze finish and a chemically sharpened Needle Point. The extended shank provides additional tying space for slender bodies without adding unnecessary weight, making it ideal for both traditional and modern dry fly designs.
Why choose the Daiichi 1280?
The 2X Long shank offers the perfect foundation for extended-body dry flies and realistic terrestrial imitations. Its fine wire construction keeps flies floating naturally, while the chemically sharpened Needle Point provides fast penetration and dependable hook sets. Whether tying hoppers, ants, beetles or large mayflies, the Daiichi 1280 delivers the balance, strength and precision that experienced fly tyers expect.
The 2X Long shank offers the perfect foundation for extended-body dry flies and realistic terrestrial imitations. Its fine wire construction keeps flies floating naturally, while the chemically sharpened Needle Point provides fast penetration and dependable hook sets. Whether tying hoppers, ants, beetles or large mayflies, the Daiichi 1280 delivers the balance, strength and precision that experienced fly tyers expect.
Ideal for tying
◆ Extended Body Dry Flies
◆ Hopper Patterns
◆ Ant Patterns
◆ Beetle Patterns
◆ Cricket Patterns
◆ Chernobyl Ant
◆ Adult Stoneflies
◆ Other Extended Body Dry Flies
Technical Specifications
Specifications
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