Bulk Steelhead Shanks 50 pack

OPST Steelhead Shanks – Slim Design. Maximum Compatibility.

Built for Versatile Fly Design and Secure Rigging

When it comes to tying flies for aggressive, hard-pulling steelhead, your materials need to deliver performance from bench to swing. OPST’s Steelhead Shanks are crafted with a slim profile that runs all the way to the eye, making them the ideal platform for using cones, beads, intruder heads, and a wide range of custom tying materials.

At 75mm (3 inches) in length, these shanks are a versatile foundation for everything from full-dress intruders to sparse, tactical winter flies, allowing tiers to build patterns that match any water condition or season.

Key Features

• Slim Diameter All the Way to the Eye
  Seamlessly integrate cones, beads, or dumbbell eyes without interference or clunky transitions.

• 75mm / 3-Inch Length
  A versatile length perfect for tying full-size steelhead, salmon, or large trout streamers.

• Designed for Modern Intruder-Style Flies
  Pair with your favorite composite loops, flash blends, or marabou collars to build dynamic, lifelike profiles.

• Built for Strong Connections
  Rigid and corrosion-resistant, these shanks provide the backbone your fly needs to swing confidently through heavy current and hold up to aggressive grabs.

• Compatible With All Popular Rigging Styles
  Works seamlessly with OPST Swing Hooks, wire loops, and string leeches.

Specifications

• Length: 75mm (3 inches)

• Material: Stainless steel with corrosion-resistant finish

• Shank Diameter: Slim profile for wide component compatibility

Engineered for Fly Tiers Who Swing with Confidence

Whether you're tying for coastal chrome or inland brutes, OPST Steelhead Shanks give you the structure and flexibility to tie flies that fish hard, swim well, and stay together — even after multiple eats.

Ready to Build the Perfect Swing Fly?

If you're serious about tying for steelhead, salmon, or big predatory trout, OPST's 75mm Steelhead Shanks are the foundation your patterns deserve.

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