Partridge Bodkin / Dubbing Needle

Partridge Bodkin / Dubbing Needle – Essential Fly Tying Tool

The Partridge Bodkin / Dubbing Needle is a simple but indispensable tool for the fly-tying bench. Designed for accurate, controlled work, the fine pointed needle is ideal for applying head cement and varnish, teasing out dubbing, separating fibres and carrying out the small finishing jobs that make the difference to a well-tied fly.

Whether you're tying trout, salmon, sea trout or predator flies, a quality bodkin is one of those tools you'll reach for time and again.

Features & Benefits

• Fine pointed needle – ideal for detailed and precise fly-tying work
• Excellent for applying head cement and varnish exactly where required
• Teases and picks out dubbing to create natural-looking bodies and thoraxes
• Separates trapped fibres and hackles during finishing
• Useful for clearing hook eyes of excess material or adhesive
• Suitable for a wide range of fly-tying techniques and patterns
• Comfortable and easy to control for detailed bench work
• A practical addition to any beginner or experienced fly tyer's tool kit
• From Partridge of Redditch, a name associated with fly tying and fishing hooks since 1933

Typical Uses

The Partridge Bodkin / Dubbing Needle can be used for:

Dubbing work – tease out and manipulate dubbing fibres to create lifelike bodies and buggy profiles.

Head cement & varnish – accurately place small amounts of cement, varnish or adhesive onto finished flies.

Clearing hook eyes – remove stray fibres, varnish or tying materials from the hook eye.

Separating fibres – carefully reposition hackle, feather and synthetic fibres.

Fine finishing work – ideal whenever greater precision than your fingers or scissors can provide is required.

Ideal For

Dry Flies • Nymphs • Buzzers • Wet Flies • Streamers • Salmon Flies • Sea Trout Flies • Predator Flies

Partridge of Redditch

Partridge has been associated with specialist fishing hooks and fly-tying products since 1933. The Partridge Bodkin / Dubbing Needle is a practical addition to the fly tyer's bench and an excellent companion to Partridge hooks and other fly-tying materials.

An essential, versatile fly-tying tool for precise dubbing, finishing and adhesive application.