Best standard & long shank fine wire dry fly hooks?

[steve collyer]

Hi.
I'd be interested in finding out what your suggestions are as to a good, solid, fine wire standard & long shank.
Not fussed if they're up eye or down.
I've been using Kamasan B440's but I find them a little too heavy in a size 12.
Thanks in advance

[noeyedeer]

This thread will no doubt elicit many interesting opinions; for my own journey as a relative beginner, Ive progressed from Royd, Kamasan (still a nice hook), Partridge Cpt Hamilton YL3A barbless, and now due to expense/availability of Tiemco's, I'm liking a lot the Grip 11011BL

I noticed Stuart Croft using the Partridge SLD and SUD the other day, also looks nice.

[stevekale]

Personally I just buy Tiemco by the 100 from the US or when guys like JS Flyfishing (or flyfishusa) have sales. For example, at the moment they're 20% off at JS.

[steve collyer]

Ok. Thanks for your help.