Once you have used a good set of forceps you will wonder how you got by before. This set is the “Slim” version, known to fly angers as a spring creek forceps with very fine tips. The locking feature allows you to grab a fly, hook or FAS-SNAP and have a good grip while you tie on a leader. The loops are large enough for the biggest hand. The jaws are smooth not serrated to make crushing barbs much easier. There is an eye spike to clean hook eyes or to un-tie knots. These are made from stainless steel for corrosion resistance in fresh or salt water. Available in Silver with gold loops or Blackened Stainless Steel preferred by stream fly fishers for its lack of reflected light.