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Flats Craft is head and shoulders above any comparative brand in many ways.. but in just the sheer numbers of fish caught around the world, nothing comes remotely close. An observation we’d like to think the smart angler makes without having to be reminded, after all, we tie flies to catch fish. Yes, our designs have now been plagiarised badly, but when you got something this good, companies run by people who don’t fish what they sell are going to move in. If you’re interested in how it all started, checkout the “A brief history of Flats Craft designs” on our website www.flatscraft.com . Click our story for the link. #flatscraft #originstory #crabfly #gavscrab #mooncrabfly #permitflies

The “Gallery Of Glory” … www.flatscraft.com the new Dealer Portal / Consumer Information website for Flats Craft products. We were limited to 150 pictures in this gallery unfortunately (there are many more). The Gallery is there to show you that Flats Craft is a high performing product that has incredible amount of captures that is in stark contrast to our competitors. #flatscraft #flatscraftmooncrab #flatscraftmutineer #flatscraftmandaclawrian #flatscrafttheclaw #flatscraftartimerc #flatscraftgavscrabkit #flatscraftkettacrab #flatscraftmerculescrab #crabfly #mooncrabfly #mangrovecrabfly #permitonfly #tuskyonfly #goldentrevallyonfly #bonefishonfly #wrasseonthefly #redfishonfly #sheepsheadonfly #blackdrumonfly

Seeing one of my flies in the mouth of that specific fish will never get old. What’s even sweeter is that it’s a pattern I’ve been working on that combines my favorite parts of a raghead, a strong arm merkin, and a flexo crab. It fits all the profiles, still lands relatively softly due to the flexo material, and keels on the strip thanks to @flatscraft “The Claw”. It’s always fun cooking up ideas at the bench, but if they don’t work, there’s not much point in doing it. Happy to see that this one does in fact work, even on some of the more spooky permit down in Honduras like this one.

This fish was caught by Ben Gherke, owner of @raidzap.
Great work man!! It’s one thing to tie on the right fly, get down to your location, get on the boat and find fish, and a whole other thing to deliver the fly and actually connect with one. So stoked I could be a small part of it!

Tied on the always reliable @ahrexhooks SA220

#permit #permitfishing #honduras

Seeing one of my flies in the mouth of that specific fish will never get old. What’s even sweeter is that it’s a pattern I’ve been working on that combines my favorite parts of a raghead, a strong arm merkin, and a flexo crab. It fits all the profiles, still lands relatively softly due to the flexo material, and keels on the strip thanks to @flatscraft “The Claw”. It’s always fun cooking up ideas at the bench, but if they don’t work, there’s not much point in doing it. Happy to see that this one does in fact work, even on some of the more spooky permit down in Honduras like this one.

This fish was caught by Ben Gherke, owner of @raidzap.
Great work man!! It’s one thing to tie on the right fly, get down to your location, get on the boat and find fish, and a whole other thing to deliver the fly and actually connect with one. So stoked I could be a small part of it!

Tied on the always reliable @ahrexhooks SA220

#permit #permitfishing #honduras

Seeing one of my flies in the mouth of that specific fish will never get old. What’s even sweeter is that it’s a pattern I’ve been working on that combines my favorite parts of a raghead, a strong arm merkin, and a flexo crab. It fits all the profiles, still lands relatively softly due to the flexo material, and keels on the strip thanks to @flatscraft “The Claw”. It’s always fun cooking up ideas at the bench, but if they don’t work, there’s not much point in doing it. Happy to see that this one does in fact work, even on some of the more spooky permit down in Honduras like this one.

This fish was caught by Ben Gherke, owner of @raidzap.
Great work man!! It’s one thing to tie on the right fly, get down to your location, get on the boat and find fish, and a whole other thing to deliver the fly and actually connect with one. So stoked I could be a small part of it!

Tied on the always reliable @ahrexhooks SA220

#permit #permitfishing #honduras

New to the The Big Fly Cartel co.

A proper 7-8" hank of natural YAK from @flatscraft. Their in house dye process maintains softness meaning it doesnt turn brittle.

Some awesome colours in the range ideal for pije and bass flies, adding to decievers, flatwings or replacing bucktail.

Check it out.

Link in bio

#yak #abominable #flatscraft #thebigflycartelco

I love talking technical about fly tying for the purpose of fly fishing…. And although I have a lot of conversations about the technical on water aspects of crab flies, with some incredible anglers who tie impressive flies.. It’s Sheepshead that always attracts the most technical conversations about crab flies.. Jaques @pjs_saltwater_flies kindly sent these to me to share.. A dude who values fly tying for fly fishing and a guy who I really enjoy talking to about onwater observations translated to the vice.. We live at different ends of the earth, but our local waters seem to hold similar riddles. A clear split crab fly, and seemingly one of the hardest fish in clear shallow water to fool sporting some new lip jewellery. Thanks for sharing Jaques 👊 #flatscraft #sheepsheadonfly #crabflies #splitcrabfly #wewholesaleworldwide✈️✈️✈️

I love talking technical about fly tying for the purpose of fly fishing…. And although I have a lot of conversations about the technical on water aspects of crab flies, with some incredible anglers who tie impressive flies.. It’s Sheepshead that always attracts the most technical conversations about crab flies.. Jaques @pjs_saltwater_flies kindly sent these to me to share.. A dude who values fly tying for fly fishing and a guy who I really enjoy talking to about onwater observations translated to the vice.. We live at different ends of the earth, but our local waters seem to hold similar riddles. A clear split crab fly, and seemingly one of the hardest fish in clear shallow water to fool sporting some new lip jewellery. Thanks for sharing Jaques 👊 #flatscraft #sheepsheadonfly #crabflies #splitcrabfly #wewholesaleworldwide✈️✈️✈️

If you are not on the flats craft band wagon what are you waiting for? Their shit works!!! A huge thank you goes out to @photographicflytyer for sending some patters last minute!!! Awesome materials make outstanding flies, the rest is up to you…
@flatscraft @raidzap @lagartun_ltd #arexhooks @photographicflytyer

After the long road to the on water functionality of this design, why not play dress up.. A Redfish themed Fiddler looking to blend in with the enemy. The Flats Craft fiddler is in transit right now to US dealers.. head to flatscraft.com and find the “Retailers” tab in the main menu or at the top of the page. Production is 24/7 of these right now. Tied by Flats Craft owner @ammo_flies on an @ahrexhooks SA220 with a stacked Flameboy BB Fibre. #flatscraft #flatscraftfiddler #fiddlercrabfly #redfishonfly #wewholesaleworldwide✈️✈️✈️

After the long road to the on water functionality of this design, why not play dress up.. A Redfish themed Fiddler looking to blend in with the enemy. The Flats Craft fiddler is in transit right now to US dealers.. head to flatscraft.com and find the “Retailers” tab in the main menu or at the top of the page. Production is 24/7 of these right now. Tied by Flats Craft owner @ammo_flies on an @ahrexhooks SA220 with a stacked Flameboy BB Fibre. #flatscraft #flatscraftfiddler #fiddlercrabfly #redfishonfly #wewholesaleworldwide✈️✈️✈️

After the long road to the on water functionality of this design, why not play dress up.. A Redfish themed Fiddler looking to blend in with the enemy. The Flats Craft fiddler is in transit right now to US dealers.. head to flatscraft.com and find the “Retailers” tab in the main menu or at the top of the page. Production is 24/7 of these right now. Tied by Flats Craft owner @ammo_flies on an @ahrexhooks SA220 with a stacked Flameboy BB Fibre. #flatscraft #flatscraftfiddler #fiddlercrabfly #redfishonfly #wewholesaleworldwide✈️✈️✈️

This Mandalorian loves the Mandaclawrian, the only crab to tie on May the Fourth.

A weighted sargasmo a day gets the redfish to come out and play

Chunky redfish fell for an olive @flatscraft sargasmo in the crystal clear water. @racscals getting in the drink with em!

Introducing our latest model: the Flats Craft Fiddler.

What you’re seeing is Version 5 — the result of multiple iterations since late last year that taught us a lot. This version has been properly tested in real-world conditions: cast from a skiff, on a fly rod, with a full length leader setup.

V5 delivers exactly what matters. It sinks perfectly level, tracks true in the air, and stays stable even when repositioned quickly underwater. Just as importantly, it moves cleanly through heavy grass. By refining the frame and tying method, we’ve created a design that naturally pushes grass aside — tested extensively without a weed guard, and without issues.

Because realism means nothing if the fly doesn’t perform.

At Flats Craft, we respect your intelligence, your time, and your money. Nothing goes to market unless it’s right.

The result is a highly refined fiddler crab pattern featuring a vertical flexible claw and strategically placed flexible legs that manage water flow and movement. It’s built to perform where fish are actively feeding on fiddler crabs — and to do so flawlessly.

To find a stockist, head to FlatsCraft.com and express your interest.
The Fiddler is now available to dealers worldwide.

#flatscraft #fiddlercrabfly #flatscraftfiddler #redfishonfly #sheepsheadonfly

Introducing our latest model: the Flats Craft Fiddler.

What you’re seeing is Version 5 — the result of multiple iterations since late last year that taught us a lot. This version has been properly tested in real-world conditions: cast from a skiff, on a fly rod, with a full length leader setup.

V5 delivers exactly what matters. It sinks perfectly level, tracks true in the air, and stays stable even when repositioned quickly underwater. Just as importantly, it moves cleanly through heavy grass. By refining the frame and tying method, we’ve created a design that naturally pushes grass aside — tested extensively without a weed guard, and without issues.

Because realism means nothing if the fly doesn’t perform.

At Flats Craft, we respect your intelligence, your time, and your money. Nothing goes to market unless it’s right.

The result is a highly refined fiddler crab pattern featuring a vertical flexible claw and strategically placed flexible legs that manage water flow and movement. It’s built to perform where fish are actively feeding on fiddler crabs — and to do so flawlessly.

To find a stockist, head to FlatsCraft.com and express your interest.
The Fiddler is now available to dealers worldwide.

#flatscraft #fiddlercrabfly #flatscraftfiddler #redfishonfly #sheepsheadonfly

Introducing our latest model: the Flats Craft Fiddler.

What you’re seeing is Version 5 — the result of multiple iterations since late last year that taught us a lot. This version has been properly tested in real-world conditions: cast from a skiff, on a fly rod, with a full length leader setup.

V5 delivers exactly what matters. It sinks perfectly level, tracks true in the air, and stays stable even when repositioned quickly underwater. Just as importantly, it moves cleanly through heavy grass. By refining the frame and tying method, we’ve created a design that naturally pushes grass aside — tested extensively without a weed guard, and without issues.

Because realism means nothing if the fly doesn’t perform.

At Flats Craft, we respect your intelligence, your time, and your money. Nothing goes to market unless it’s right.

The result is a highly refined fiddler crab pattern featuring a vertical flexible claw and strategically placed flexible legs that manage water flow and movement. It’s built to perform where fish are actively feeding on fiddler crabs — and to do so flawlessly.

To find a stockist, head to FlatsCraft.com and express your interest.
The Fiddler is now available to dealers worldwide.

#flatscraft #fiddlercrabfly #flatscraftfiddler #redfishonfly #sheepsheadonfly

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

What do you do when you have guided your clients to 50+ permit for the week?… go permit fishing!! @wesley.rapson1 putting on a clinic, catching 5 or more Indo-pacific permit(and an Africanus!!) in a quick morning session before lunch. @arabiansportfishing really does have one of the most unique and amazing permit fisheries. @flatscraft #permitonfly #saltwaterflyfishing #crabfly #indopacificpermit #africanuspermit

The Mutineer - size Small (#4)
I believe this bug was part of a batch that went to Mexico this year. As a tyer who sells flies to serious anglers that spend thousands of dollars and dozens of hours planning trips with the hopes of getting a shot at a prized sport fish, it sure is nice to have the peace of mind that I can make these things look any way the client wants or dial them in for weight, size, etc per a given location, and know that when that person is on the front of that boat and sees that tail, they have the confidence that if they do their job, these flies will do theirs. @flatscraft products give me the confidence to send flies anywhere in the world and know they will get chomped. And once they do, they’ll stand up to fish after fish thanks to the incredible resins by @raidzap. Thanks for all the support Chris and Ben! Couldn’t be more stoked to represent you guys.

#permit #permitfishing #flatsfishing

The Mutineer - size Small (#4)
I believe this bug was part of a batch that went to Mexico this year. As a tyer who sells flies to serious anglers that spend thousands of dollars and dozens of hours planning trips with the hopes of getting a shot at a prized sport fish, it sure is nice to have the peace of mind that I can make these things look any way the client wants or dial them in for weight, size, etc per a given location, and know that when that person is on the front of that boat and sees that tail, they have the confidence that if they do their job, these flies will do theirs. @flatscraft products give me the confidence to send flies anywhere in the world and know they will get chomped. And once they do, they’ll stand up to fish after fish thanks to the incredible resins by @raidzap. Thanks for all the support Chris and Ben! Couldn’t be more stoked to represent you guys.

#permit #permitfishing #flatsfishing