NymphBarr's Tungstone
The Barr's Tungstone is a reliable nymph pattern that imitates a variety of stonefly and mayfly nymphs. Its tungsten bead head gives it the weight needed to get down deep where trout feed, and its flashy body attracts attention.
Year Round
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
Barr's Tungstone is a heavy-duty nymph built to get deep fast, ideal for swift water and deep pools. With a tungsten bead and slim profile, it sinks quickly while still maintaining a buggy silhouette—making it a reliable go-to in high water or fast current conditions.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 3769, size #10–#14
Bead: Gold tungsten, size to match hook
Thread: Brown 8/0 Uni-thread
Tail: Pheasant tail fibers
Body: Gold tinsel
Ribbing: Copper wire
Thorax: Peacock herl
Legs: Partridge feather fibers
Fishing Tips
Season
Year Round
Presentation
Use a standard nymphing rig with this fly as your point fly due to its weight. It can also be effective as part of a Euro-nymphing setup.
When to Use
When trout are feeding on mayfly or stonefly nymphs, particularly in deeper water.
Water Type
Best used in moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a standard nymphing rig with a strike indicator and weight if needed. This fly works well as the point fly in a two-fly setup.
Visibility & Floatation
The gold tinsel body of this fly is highly visible in various water conditions. As a nymph, it is intended to sink, and the tungsten bead head helps it get down quickly.
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