weighted bugs

[portcullis]

I thought i'd have a go at making some heavily weight nymphs so yesterday purchased from Orvis some 5/32 tungsten beads and some size 16 nymph hooks.Yes i know i can buy cheaper from elsewhere but i thought i'd have a go today.Well the bead doesn't go round the bend of the hook or over the eye.Is there a knack or wrong sized bead for wrong sized hook.Obviously new to this Cheers for any help Steve

[BRUCE1]

have a look here , have you squashed the barb down ??and you need to thread the bead on smallest hole first..

Good Stuff :: Bead Chart

http://www.arricks.com/tying/beadchart.htm

[portcullis]

Based on the chart it looks like its not goner happen.Tried squashing down the barb but still no joy.Back Orvis for a different size.Thanks for the info Bruce

[hiyabarney]

Hi Steve, try the link below for Tungsten beads, good prices and sizes, also recieves payment by Paypal.
Martin...

Varivas tapered leaders and fly fishing hooks