It looks like you’re describing a collection of fly fishing accessories, possibly for sale or part of your gear. Here’s a breakdown of the items you mentioned and their typical uses in fly fishing:
1. Strike Indicators (Floats)
– Purpose: Act as visual bite detectors when nymphing or fishing subsurface flies. They suspend your fly at a desired depth and signal strikes when they move unnaturally.
– Types: May include foam, yarn, or plastic indicators (e.g., Thingamabobber, New Zealand Strike Indicators).
– Floatant: Used to keep dry flies and some strike indicators buoyant (e.g., Gink, Loon Aquel).
2. Sink Materials (XINK, Lead)
– XINK (Sinkant): A paste or liquid used to weigh down flies or leaders to help them sink faster (opposite of floatant).
– Lead/Tin Weight:
– Split shot – Pinch-on weights for adjusting depth.
– Lead/Tin Wire – Wrapped on hooks for weighted flies (e.g., nymphs, streamers).
– Boss Tin – A brand of non-toxic (often tin-based) weighting material for fly tying.
Possible Uses for This Lot
– Nymphing Setup: Strike indicators suspend flies, while split shot or XINK helps them sink.
– Streamer Fishing: Weighted flies or leaders for deeper presentations.
– Dry Fly Adjustments: Floatant keeps dries afloat; XINK/sinkant helps if converting to wet flies.
Tips for Buyers/Sellers
– If selling, clarify:
– Condition (new/used, quantities).
– Brands (e.g., Orvis, Rio, Scientific Anglers for XINK?).
– Materials (lead-free options for eco-conscious buyers?).
– If buying, ensure the sink/float tools match your fishing style (e.g., stillwater vs. fast rivers).
Would you like help pricing, organizing, or identifying specific items in your lot?
