Canadian Llama

I could not find molds premade myself, so had my factory in China tool up to produce these items there for me. Not wanting to appear too commercial since I sell these - but at $1.35 for 25 pcs., is it really worth the effort to find molds, buy them if you can,melt lead, pour then do some finishing to the eyes? Of course, there's nothing like 'home made' is there, and the satisfaction that goes with the extra effort. Tight Lines Kent

This was a question I was asked a repeatedly as a mfg of brass and tungsten beads. Michael Crosby of Western Flyfishers kindly did an extensive review of my beads for weight and fit using quite a good number of hook brands. He even tried models and sizes of hook brands to give you an excellent fit resource. Although he did these measurements on my beads - I expect the information might be generally applied to other beads with tapered rear holes. You can print out a copy from my page: http://www.canadianllama.com/beadchart.htm I also have a similar chart showing weights/sizes of glass/brass/tungsten which Michael provided. It's not on the site, but I'd happily e-mail it to anyone wanting it as it also is a good informational document. Further reference material including cone heads is in development. Tight Lines