(Part 2) Best products from r/flytying
We found 21 comments on r/flytying discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 68 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
22. Essential Trout Flies: Step-by-step tying instructions for 31 indispensable pattern styles and their most useful variations (Step-By-Step Tying Instructions for 31 Indispensible Pattern)
How to tie the 31 most effective trout patterns and selected variations - more than 200 recipes in all.Fly Tying
▼ Read Reddit mentions23. American Fly Tying Manual: Dressings and Methods for Tying Nearly 300 of America's Most Popular Patterns
Used Book in Good Condition
▼ Read Reddit mentions24. Good Flies: Favorite Trout Patterns and How They Got That Way
- DOES YOUR DOG MISBEHAVE LIKE THEY OWN THE PLACE – Unlike some remote dog training collars, the Petrainer Advanced off leash control technology allows pet owners to train quickly & effectively
- ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT HURTING YOUR DOG – Educate your dog with confidence applying 0-100 levels of safe attention grabbing: tone & vibrating stimulation or static mode for stubborn pets
- WATERPROOF & RECHARGEABLE – Petrainer's E-Collar is 100% waterproof, so your pet can always enjoy the water! Save time by charging your Rechargeable Receiver and Transmitter simultaneously
- CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR DOG RUNNING AWAY – The remote control ranges up to 330 yards allowing to control your dog with confidence
- ADJUSTABLE NECK COLLAR FITS ANY SIZE DOG – Adjustable neck training collar with interchangeable short or long prongs, fits any size breed comfortably
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions25. Fly Tying with Common Household Materials (Fly Tyer)
- weather-proof
- adhesive vinyl decal
- die-cut vinyl decal
- cut vinyl sticker
Features:
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27. Pegboard Rack Wall Control Garage Storage Galvanized Steel Horizontal Pegboard Pack - Two 32-Inch x 16-Inch Shiny Metallic Metal Peg Board Tool Organization Panels
- PEGBOARD RACK PACKS PLENTY OF MUSCLE: Wall Control Shiny Metallic Pegboard is over 10 times stronger than conventional pegboard due to its metal construction. Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks can also hold more weight than imitator metal pegboards from other brands because of Wall Control's patented flush-with-the-wall mounting flange which offers a much more secure attachment to the wall for safer storage at higher weights.
- SECURE AND EASY TO INSTALL PEGBOARD: Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks are easy to install and include mounting hardware. Unlike imitator metal pegboard brands, Wall Control Pegboard Racks are constructed with full return mounting flanges that mount flush with the wall. This allows the screw head to pass through the panel face for a solid connection with the wall and screw completely into the wall for a firm, solid grip.
- MOST VERSATILE TOOL PEGBOARD SYSTEM: Wall Control Pegboard Racks accept conventional 1/4 inch pegboard pegs as well as Wall Control's patented slotted pegboard hooks, brackets, shelves, and supplies for maximum tool storage versatility and options. Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks also accept Magnets so you can use Magnetic Tool Holders, organizers and accessories on this pegboard tool organization system.
- MADE IN USA WITH LIFETIME GUARANTEE: Wall Control Pegboard Racks are high-quality, American Made Metal Pegboards that will last a lifetime. In a side-by-side comparison with imitator pegboard brands, the quality and craftsmanship of a Wall Control Pegboard Rack speaks for itself. Wall Control is first-in-class when it comes to quality, selection, aesthetics, and customer support.
- MODULAR AND ATTRACTIVE PEGBOARD: Wall Control Pegboard Racks are Attractive and Modular, meaning you can grow and expand your system as your storage needs change. Buy one unit or many units and grow your wall storage space as needed by tiling more Wall Control Pegboard Panels. Unlike imitator metal pegboard brands that come in a dull galvanized finish that shows scratches easily, Wall Control Galvanized Metal Pegboard Racks feature a vibrant highly attractive, shiny metallic galvanized finish.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions28. Brook The Box (Slit)
MODERN TECHNOLOGY - Features silicone inserts, easily outperforms and outlasts all foam insertsSLIT VERSES NON-SLIT - Slit, place the bend of the hook inside the slit, simply push down and your fly will be secure, Non-Slit works like foam, simply push the hook into the silicone for a secure fitSILIC...
▼ Read Reddit mentions29. LE Small UV Blacklight Flashlight, Portable Black Light 395nm, Ultraviolet Light Detector for Invisible Ink Pens, Dog Cat Pet Urine Stain, AAA Batteries Included
- Practicle: 395nm wavelength help detect animal urine and food stains on rugs, carpets and clothes that couldn't see with naked eye
- Portable: The pocket-size UV flashlight can be carried along to detect stains in your car or illuminate minerals, body art. Essential tool for pet lovers, portable and lightweight torch, convenient to carry to anywhere.
- Waterproof & Impactproof: With IPX4 certification, you can use it in rainy and humid conditions. And the Aluminum alloy UV flashlight has impact resistance and special non-slip rubber design for you.
- Versatile Use: Authenticate currency and official documents like drivers licenses and ID card.
- Long-lasting Power: Includes 3 powerful AAA batteries that last longer than most UV flashlights of the same size on the market.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions30. Riverruns 6pcs Fly Hook Hackle Pliers, Flies Lures or Hooks Display, Hackle Wrapping with A Free Mini Fly Box Packing
- Riverruns Fly hook hackle Pliers With a Free Mini Fly Box Packing are an excellent fly tying tool for wrapping hackle, displaying flies, lures or hooks, or drying your flies.
- Easy to use by simply pushing the base inwards towards the spring-loaded wire loop. Positioning your hook or hackle in the loop. Then release the bottom for a firm holding.
- Great tool in holding flies, lures or hooks for photographing or comparison.
- Two colors: blue and black. 6pcs a pack, 3 blue pcs and 3 black pcs.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions31. Rite Ceramic Standard Bobbin
AdjustabilityTotal Thread Tension ControlCeramic Insert
▼ Read Reddit mentions32. HARELINE - Griffin Hackle Guage
Fits most vise stemsGraph used to indicate correct size hacklePictures used indicate correct hook sizeGauge rotates freely on vise stemsIdentify size 4-22 hackles and 4-16 hook sizes
▼ Read Reddit mentions33. Fly-fisher's Handbook (The Complete Book)
- Shortest-Mini duck tape
- This mini roll is handy to keep for on the go and is great for keeping around for your favorite duct tape crafts
- This package contains one 3/4x72 inch roll of duck tape
- Available in a variety of designs, each sold separately
- Made in usa
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions34. OttLite 326003 13-watt HD SlimLine Task Lamp, White
- 💡 SPACE SAVING- Folds down when not in use
- 💡 ADJUSTABLE- Two points of adjustment – rotating shade and articulating shaft allow for easy positioning
- 💡 ENERGY EFFICIENT- OttLite 13 watt tube rated to last 10, 000 hours included
- 💡 REDUCES EYESTRAIN- helps you see details clearly and reduces glare & eyestrain so you can do what you love, longer
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions35. Brule 3-D Dumbbell Eyes (RedHot, M)
Nickel plated brass dumbells with recessed eyes sizes (S, M, L)S,M- 25/pack, L- 20/packCombo1 = (Sizes S,M) 5 each of BigEye, BluGold, BlueShimmer, Chub-S, RedHot-25 total. (L size) 4 of each style-20 totalCombo2 = (Sizes S,M) 5 each Gold, GreenShimmer, Rainbow, Silver, Sleet - 25 total. (L size) 4 ...
▼ Read Reddit mentions36. Park Madison Lighting PMD-3501-31 20-1/2-Inch Tall Halogen Desk Lamp with Fully Adjustable Gooseneck Column and Euro Style Rocker Switch, Black Finish
- Halogen desk lamp with fully adjustable gooseneck column; 5-1/4-Inch diameter, 20-1/2-Inch tall
- Black finish
- Contemporary design
- On/Off euro style rocker switch
- ETL listed, uses a 20-watt G4 halogen bulb; bulb included; Not CA compliant
Features:
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38. TaoTronics Black Light, 12 LEDs 395nm UV Blacklight Flashlights Detector for Pets Urine and Stains with 3 Free AAA Batteries
Find invisible stains: Daktronics UV flashlight helps detect food stains and pet urine stains on rugs, carpets, and clothes that are otherwise invisible to the naked Eye. Not work well on cat urineVersatile use: authenticate currency and official documents like drivers licenses or identify unwanted ...
▼ Read Reddit mentions39. SOLAREZ Fly Tie UV Cure Resin - 3 Pack Starter Kit - Thin Hard, Thick Hard, Flex Formulas (3 x 5g Tubes) Fly Tying Resin, FlyTye Glue, Fly Fishing Starter to Build Fly Heads and Bodies! USA Made!
Our Most Popular Solarez Fly Tie UV Resins in Sample Tubes! - Ample for numerous flies as a starter kit!Resins Cure Exceptionally Dry - unlike other UV cure resins that cure tacky.Thin, Hard Formula - Creates a Super-Hard Scratch Resistant Finish!Thick, Hard Formula - Very Viscous for Making Thick C...
▼ Read Reddit mentions40. Juicy Legs - Color Red
- Backlit, High Performing Gaming Keyboard - Adjustable keyboard backlight will keep the game going even when the lights go out.
- Programmable Macro Keys - 10 x 3 programmable macro keys. Use it as a hot key, a shortcut, a specific keyboard character, or a whole key sequence using the keyboard software. Macro keys can be edited to have up to 500 key sequences!
- Automatic Profile-Switching - With the launch of a program or press of a button, the keyboard will be right onboard with your game plan.
- Media Keys - Dedicated volume up/down/mute keys for seamless computer audio control.
- Lifetime Phone / Chat / Email Support & Warranty - Sleep easy knowing we have a dedicated support staff ready to assist you.
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22. Essential Trout Flies: Step-by-step tying instructions for 31 indispensable pattern styles and their most useful variations (Step-By-Step Tying Instructions for 31 Indispensible Pattern)
How to tie the 31 most effective trout patterns and selected variations - more than 200 recipes in all.Fly Tying
▼ Read Reddit mentions23. American Fly Tying Manual: Dressings and Methods for Tying Nearly 300 of America's Most Popular Patterns
Used Book in Good Condition
▼ Read Reddit mentions24. Good Flies: Favorite Trout Patterns and How They Got That Way
- DOES YOUR DOG MISBEHAVE LIKE THEY OWN THE PLACE – Unlike some remote dog training collars, the Petrainer Advanced off leash control technology allows pet owners to train quickly & effectively
- ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT HURTING YOUR DOG – Educate your dog with confidence applying 0-100 levels of safe attention grabbing: tone & vibrating stimulation or static mode for stubborn pets
- WATERPROOF & RECHARGEABLE – Petrainer's E-Collar is 100% waterproof, so your pet can always enjoy the water! Save time by charging your Rechargeable Receiver and Transmitter simultaneously
- CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR DOG RUNNING AWAY – The remote control ranges up to 330 yards allowing to control your dog with confidence
- ADJUSTABLE NECK COLLAR FITS ANY SIZE DOG – Adjustable neck training collar with interchangeable short or long prongs, fits any size breed comfortably
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions25. Fly Tying with Common Household Materials (Fly Tyer)
- weather-proof
- adhesive vinyl decal
- die-cut vinyl decal
- cut vinyl sticker
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions27. Pegboard Rack Wall Control Garage Storage Galvanized Steel Horizontal Pegboard Pack - Two 32-Inch x 16-Inch Shiny Metallic Metal Peg Board Tool Organization Panels
- PEGBOARD RACK PACKS PLENTY OF MUSCLE: Wall Control Shiny Metallic Pegboard is over 10 times stronger than conventional pegboard due to its metal construction. Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks can also hold more weight than imitator metal pegboards from other brands because of Wall Control's patented flush-with-the-wall mounting flange which offers a much more secure attachment to the wall for safer storage at higher weights.
- SECURE AND EASY TO INSTALL PEGBOARD: Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks are easy to install and include mounting hardware. Unlike imitator metal pegboard brands, Wall Control Pegboard Racks are constructed with full return mounting flanges that mount flush with the wall. This allows the screw head to pass through the panel face for a solid connection with the wall and screw completely into the wall for a firm, solid grip.
- MOST VERSATILE TOOL PEGBOARD SYSTEM: Wall Control Pegboard Racks accept conventional 1/4 inch pegboard pegs as well as Wall Control's patented slotted pegboard hooks, brackets, shelves, and supplies for maximum tool storage versatility and options. Wall Control Metal Pegboard Racks also accept Magnets so you can use Magnetic Tool Holders, organizers and accessories on this pegboard tool organization system.
- MADE IN USA WITH LIFETIME GUARANTEE: Wall Control Pegboard Racks are high-quality, American Made Metal Pegboards that will last a lifetime. In a side-by-side comparison with imitator pegboard brands, the quality and craftsmanship of a Wall Control Pegboard Rack speaks for itself. Wall Control is first-in-class when it comes to quality, selection, aesthetics, and customer support.
- MODULAR AND ATTRACTIVE PEGBOARD: Wall Control Pegboard Racks are Attractive and Modular, meaning you can grow and expand your system as your storage needs change. Buy one unit or many units and grow your wall storage space as needed by tiling more Wall Control Pegboard Panels. Unlike imitator metal pegboard brands that come in a dull galvanized finish that shows scratches easily, Wall Control Galvanized Metal Pegboard Racks feature a vibrant highly attractive, shiny metallic galvanized finish.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions28. Brook The Box (Slit)
MODERN TECHNOLOGY - Features silicone inserts, easily outperforms and outlasts all foam insertsSLIT VERSES NON-SLIT - Slit, place the bend of the hook inside the slit, simply push down and your fly will be secure, Non-Slit works like foam, simply push the hook into the silicone for a secure fitSILIC...
▼ Read Reddit mentions29. LE Small UV Blacklight Flashlight, Portable Black Light 395nm, Ultraviolet Light Detector for Invisible Ink Pens, Dog Cat Pet Urine Stain, AAA Batteries Included
- Practicle: 395nm wavelength help detect animal urine and food stains on rugs, carpets and clothes that couldn't see with naked eye
- Portable: The pocket-size UV flashlight can be carried along to detect stains in your car or illuminate minerals, body art. Essential tool for pet lovers, portable and lightweight torch, convenient to carry to anywhere.
- Waterproof & Impactproof: With IPX4 certification, you can use it in rainy and humid conditions. And the Aluminum alloy UV flashlight has impact resistance and special non-slip rubber design for you.
- Versatile Use: Authenticate currency and official documents like drivers licenses and ID card.
- Long-lasting Power: Includes 3 powerful AAA batteries that last longer than most UV flashlights of the same size on the market.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions30. Riverruns 6pcs Fly Hook Hackle Pliers, Flies Lures or Hooks Display, Hackle Wrapping with A Free Mini Fly Box Packing
- Riverruns Fly hook hackle Pliers With a Free Mini Fly Box Packing are an excellent fly tying tool for wrapping hackle, displaying flies, lures or hooks, or drying your flies.
- Easy to use by simply pushing the base inwards towards the spring-loaded wire loop. Positioning your hook or hackle in the loop. Then release the bottom for a firm holding.
- Great tool in holding flies, lures or hooks for photographing or comparison.
- Two colors: blue and black. 6pcs a pack, 3 blue pcs and 3 black pcs.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions31. Rite Ceramic Standard Bobbin
AdjustabilityTotal Thread Tension ControlCeramic Insert
▼ Read Reddit mentions32. HARELINE - Griffin Hackle Guage
Fits most vise stemsGraph used to indicate correct size hacklePictures used indicate correct hook sizeGauge rotates freely on vise stemsIdentify size 4-22 hackles and 4-16 hook sizes
▼ Read Reddit mentions33. Fly-fisher's Handbook (The Complete Book)
- Shortest-Mini duck tape
- This mini roll is handy to keep for on the go and is great for keeping around for your favorite duct tape crafts
- This package contains one 3/4x72 inch roll of duck tape
- Available in a variety of designs, each sold separately
- Made in usa
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions34. OttLite 326003 13-watt HD SlimLine Task Lamp, White
- 💡 SPACE SAVING- Folds down when not in use
- 💡 ADJUSTABLE- Two points of adjustment – rotating shade and articulating shaft allow for easy positioning
- 💡 ENERGY EFFICIENT- OttLite 13 watt tube rated to last 10, 000 hours included
- 💡 REDUCES EYESTRAIN- helps you see details clearly and reduces glare & eyestrain so you can do what you love, longer
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions35. Brule 3-D Dumbbell Eyes (RedHot, M)
Nickel plated brass dumbells with recessed eyes sizes (S, M, L)S,M- 25/pack, L- 20/packCombo1 = (Sizes S,M) 5 each of BigEye, BluGold, BlueShimmer, Chub-S, RedHot-25 total. (L size) 4 of each style-20 totalCombo2 = (Sizes S,M) 5 each Gold, GreenShimmer, Rainbow, Silver, Sleet - 25 total. (L size) 4 ...
▼ Read Reddit mentions36. Park Madison Lighting PMD-3501-31 20-1/2-Inch Tall Halogen Desk Lamp with Fully Adjustable Gooseneck Column and Euro Style Rocker Switch, Black Finish
- Halogen desk lamp with fully adjustable gooseneck column; 5-1/4-Inch diameter, 20-1/2-Inch tall
- Black finish
- Contemporary design
- On/Off euro style rocker switch
- ETL listed, uses a 20-watt G4 halogen bulb; bulb included; Not CA compliant
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions38. TaoTronics Black Light, 12 LEDs 395nm UV Blacklight Flashlights Detector for Pets Urine and Stains with 3 Free AAA Batteries
Find invisible stains: Daktronics UV flashlight helps detect food stains and pet urine stains on rugs, carpets, and clothes that are otherwise invisible to the naked Eye. Not work well on cat urineVersatile use: authenticate currency and official documents like drivers licenses or identify unwanted ...
▼ Read Reddit mentions39. SOLAREZ Fly Tie UV Cure Resin - 3 Pack Starter Kit - Thin Hard, Thick Hard, Flex Formulas (3 x 5g Tubes) Fly Tying Resin, FlyTye Glue, Fly Fishing Starter to Build Fly Heads and Bodies! USA Made!
Our Most Popular Solarez Fly Tie UV Resins in Sample Tubes! - Ample for numerous flies as a starter kit!Resins Cure Exceptionally Dry - unlike other UV cure resins that cure tacky.Thin, Hard Formula - Creates a Super-Hard Scratch Resistant Finish!Thick, Hard Formula - Very Viscous for Making Thick C...
▼ Read Reddit mentions40. Juicy Legs - Color Red
- Backlit, High Performing Gaming Keyboard - Adjustable keyboard backlight will keep the game going even when the lights go out.
- Programmable Macro Keys - 10 x 3 programmable macro keys. Use it as a hot key, a shortcut, a specific keyboard character, or a whole key sequence using the keyboard software. Macro keys can be edited to have up to 500 key sequences!
- Automatic Profile-Switching - With the launch of a program or press of a button, the keyboard will be right onboard with your game plan.
- Media Keys - Dedicated volume up/down/mute keys for seamless computer audio control.
- Lifetime Phone / Chat / Email Support & Warranty - Sleep easy knowing we have a dedicated support staff ready to assist you.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions
Here is a quick list of can't miss books in my opinion:
Michael Radencich as several books out, but this one should be a first if you want to head down this road. He outlines 20 classics and walks you through step by step. If you order from his site directly, he will autograph the book. These books are not cheap but worth their weight in gold:
http://www.amazon.com/Twenty-Salmon-Flies-Techniques-Mastering/dp/0811705234/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050251&sr=8-2&keywords=classic+salmon+fly+tying
Mikal Frodin put together an excellent book of classic patterns that include recipes. The really nice thing about this book is that he provides the history of the fly as well. The pictures are not the best and the dressings are not either (at least for display quality as we know it now), but for $10 used hardcover, it's a no brainer.
http://www.amazon.com/Classic-Salmon-Flies-History-Patterns/dp/0883171635/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050359&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=mikal+frodin
TE Pryce-Tannatt is one of the last "masters" and depending on the volume you get this book is collectible and gets pricey. This version is not and has a ton of excellent information:
http://www.amazon.com/Dress-Salmon-Flies-T-E-Pryce--Tannatt/dp/0713616180/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409050461&sr=8-1&keywords=te+pryce-tannatt
Yep - we've all been there! For the record, I quit chasing my dog around after a few flies. They didn't work all that well, and then I realized, probably why there aren't many in fly shops.
Dave Hughes American Fly Tying Manual should be the first book you buy. Read it cover to cover, and start with the basics.
Second book (and my autographed copy is most certainly not for sale) is Dave's book 'Essential Trout Flies.' I don't know too many folks that don't want to match his boxes from the cover - a great winter project for sure.
http://www.amazon.com/American-Tying-Manual-Dave-Hughes/dp/157188212X
http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Trout-Flies-Step-step/dp/0811727483/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b
Fair point. I mean I've read a handful of tying books and certainly improved at the vice because of it. Specifically I'd recommend John Geirach's "Good Flies"
It is important to know proportions, but that info isn't hard to find online either I imagine. I just feel like money is better spent on materials or good scissors than on new books. That being said, 80 tying books and a float tube for $80 is an absolute steal.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006MCG0CM
Extremely relevant. Had a lot of "why didn't I think of that?" Moments when I read this.
One thing I do pretty often is use hair brush bristles as eyes on shrimp patterns. A dollar store purchase plus some epoxy to thicken up the tips and you've got some pretty neat eyes.
Pegboard from amazon. Great for additional storage without having to put holes in the wall :) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079C25564/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xlo2CbDY46RQ2
As far as the flies in there go, I see brahma buggers top left, woolly buggers middle and bottom left (though left middle looks like a chenille body with soft hackle head), your swing fly on middle right, your pine squirrel sculpin on bottom right, and what might be more brahma buggers on right top and left side of middle row on right. Is that accurate?
Brook Box, for those interested.
I bought this $8 one from Amazon, it works perfectly fine for me. My Perdigons are all well cured in just a few seconds and spins of the rotary.
They’re hackle pliers. Very handy and cheap on amazon. Riverruns 6pcs Fly Hook Hackle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075J8MKC8?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Thanks! Just keep tying and each fly gets better!
Naw, check somewhere else. Rite bobbins are like $30. Really great bobbin.
This vendor has it for $25:
https://www.amazon.com/Rite-RB2-Ceramic-Standard-Bobbin/dp/B00QMSUW1G
You can eyeball it (1.5x hook gap) but a hackle gauge is a great tool. They can be bought for 5 to 9 dollars and used for dry flies, streamers, wet flies, and everything else. These ones haven't changed much in 20 years. Probably cheaper at the fly shop since there won't be a shipping charge.
I have found that this book is one of the best reference materials to begin with. https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMPLETE-FLY-FISHERS-HANDBOOK-Malcolm-Greenhalgh/dp/0751304999
Littlebit oldish (doesn’t have all new flies and variation), but tells what flies, when, what they imitate etc.
Good online resource is https://globalflyfisher.com/
Ottlite makes really nice bright lamps.
I've got one of these and it's all the light I need. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Q0CUXA/
I just free styled the pattern, and I honestly don't love the eyeballs because the iris of the eye tends to fall out if you hit rocks. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GQI456E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I prefer these because they are a little tougher https://www.amazon.com/Towashine-10Pcs-Realistic-Dumbbell-Streamers/dp/B078XSSCWJ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1520864211&sr=8-2&keywords=fly+fishing+eye+dumbells
I bought this one for less than $20 on Amazon last year and so far it's great.
For the trout fishing I do in New England, this book from Thomas Ames is really good. Lots of details, recipes, and a hatch chart.
So, it may not be what you're looking for, but, perhaps, it's a good example of what may exist for your region or for bass?
I've been using this stuff, decently cheap and works great. $10.75 shipped with amazon prime for 3 tubes
http://www.amazon.com/Solarez-Fly-Tie-UV-Resin/dp/B00FL067UG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1458673686&sr=8-3&keywords=uv+resin
I had the same thoughts as you. I grabbed a UV light on Amazon that was marketed to find "pet stains." Aluminum construction with 12 LEDS, does a great job on Solarez (I prefer the thin over the thick version). I think I paid about 9 or 10 bucks for it:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RV8PREI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm pretty sure they are these.