The Fly Fishing Place Tungsten Bead Head Rubber Legs Red Copper John Nymph Flies - Set of 6, Size 16

Deep-water presentation with tungsten bead head nymphs

This set from The Fly Fishing Place features bead head nymph patterns designed to sink quickly and reach the depths where trout often hunt nymphs. A slim copper wire body, paired with heavy tungsten beads, helps the flies dive efficiently while maintaining a natural drift through the current.

• Heavy tungsten beads deliver fast descent for bottom-rich seams and deep runs
• Slim body profile with copper wire adds durability and a lifelike silhouette
• Six hand-tied wet flies in size 16, built for reliable nymphing presentations
• Versatile use: fish singly, in two- or three-fly nymph rigs, or as a dropper under a hopper
• Well suited for freestone rivers where insect nymphs are a key trout food source

Pattern details and practical use

The red copper John pattern combines a bead-head with a copper-wire body, delivering a compact, deeper profile that holds in the strike zone longer. Rubber legs add subtle forward motion and enticing movement as water flows past the fly, increasing visibility and appeal without being overly aggressive.

Rigging ideas for real-world water

Try fishing these flies one-by-one for controlled depth, or pair them in two- or three-fly nymph rigs to cover multiple water layers. They also work as a dropper under a foam hopper, offering a practical option for busy, productive days on the river.

What you get

• Six hand-tied wet flies with size 16 hooks
• Tungsten bead heads and rubber legs for enhanced depth and motion
• Reliable choice for trout, panfish, bass, and steelhead fishing scenarios