The Essential Fly Reviews

4.8 Rating 2,284 Reviews

97 %

of reviewers recommend The Essential Fly

4.8

Based on 2,284 reviews

Shipping & Delivery
Delivery Methods	Postal Service
Average Delivery Time	Within 5 Days
On-time Delivery	Greater than 90%
Accurate And Undamaged Orders	98%
Customer Service
Communication Channels	Telephone, Email, Live Chat
Queries Resolved In	Under An Hour
Customer Service	4.9 out of 5

About The Essential Fly:

Specialists in Fly Fishing with salmon, trout flies, and flies for lots of other species. We sell Fly Fishing Tackle and gear and a huge range of Fly Tying Materials and Tools - The Essential Fly is a leading supplier of gear for fly fishermen, rainbow & brown trout flies, salmon flies and flies for every species from our massive selection. Fly tying materials and tools to satisfy every fly tyers needs. With tackle from Greys to Wychwood, from fly rods to waders, luggage and all of the accessories you will need.

We have won awards for customer service and believe in value and quality. Check our reviews from thousands of customers all around the world. Having delivered to over 50 countries from homes to fishing lodges for that last minute requirement.

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The Essential Fly 5 star review on 16th February 2025

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“Even in these difficult times your business delivers. Well done and thank you for the free gift.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“A good online shop, easy to use. Everything at a reasonable price, quickly dispatched. Will carry on using them”

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Posted 5 years ago

“even in today's trying times my parcel arrived on time . jim.campbell”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Everything was fine that I ordered, no complaints at all. The act of kindness free gifts is bugging me a little though, I've recently spent 40 odd quid on fly tying and I've missed the boat by a couple of days! Ho hum”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Though when I placed the order for polyleaders they were awaiting supplies, they kept me informed and I have no complaint about TEF's service. It is a pity that due to the current virus panic I can't try them out!”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Good kit, helpful service and prompt delivery, thank you.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Bought several basic fly tying bobbin holders and was very pleased with the price, quality and excellent customer service. (Thank you Ann).”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Very quick service got everything I ordered. Would deal with this firm again.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Exceptional range of products, competitive prices, friendly service.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Well wrapped, and on time. Great service at this difficult time. Thank you”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Good service, web site complicated”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Very good service, prompt and efficient”

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Posted 5 years ago

“I have not received my purchase yet. It is now sunday 4/5? I understand why there is a delv issue due to the Covid19 problem. I do expect to receive this sometime. Please give me another opportunity to review you and contact me regarding my order. Thank you”

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Posted 5 years ago

We are sorry to hear your order has not arrived. We dispatched it to you by first class airmail from our UK office promptly. We are aware that you are in the States and that there may be a delay on international shipments currently. We sincerely hope it gets to you soon and that you can enjoy your goods very soon. If ever there is anything we can help you with please feel free to email us directly at customerservices@theessentialfly.com We do hope you will keep well. Kind regards from Team TEF

Posted 5 years ago

“good service but a small delay which is acceptable due to the circumstances which we are in and thank you very much Mark Norwood.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Excellent product and great service”

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Posted 5 years ago

“This firm carries a great range of fly-tying materials and equipment and offers a wonderful service to its customers. I can heartily recommend them to any potential client. John D Murphy”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Just perfect and the pack included a gift. Nice touch. Thank you very much.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Easy process with a fab selection of materials. My first purchase but not my last. Thank you”

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Posted 5 years ago

“brilliant staff and 5-star company, very helpful no matter whether your order is big or small, always put the customer first.”

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Posted 5 years ago

“Excellent service, good products, easy online ordering. My main 'go-to' online shop for fly tying materials, hooks etc,”

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Posted 5 years ago

The Essential Fly is rated 4.8 based on 2,284 reviews