The Essential Fly Reviews

4.8 Rating 2,225 Reviews

97 %

of reviewers recommend The Essential Fly

4.8

Based on 2,225 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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“Got exactly what I ordered, with no delay and at a fair price. TEF always has what I want and is quick to get it to me. They are excellent to deal with.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“always perfect service and quality flies”

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Posted 7 years ago

“I was extremely pleased with the service and advice given,I received the product ordered the next day. Thank you”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Must be delivery by ICBP - intercontinental ballistic post. Got here as fast as domestic orders. Thank you Essential Fly!”

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Posted 7 years ago

“The flies I ordered arrived in good time and in good condition. I haven't yet had the opportunity to try them out but they look very well tied and quite robust. I like smaller flies and buzzers and these looked perfect for me so will probably reorder in time.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Very pleased with customer care and delivery. The Essential Fly is just the best!”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Great range of barbless trout flies. Finally hooked my first wild brown trout in the Brecon Beacons on a barbless F-Fly. Thank you!”

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Posted 7 years ago

Wow that's great to hear! Congratulations! And thank you for the kind feedback too. We really appreciate it. Tight lines!

Posted 7 years ago

“I needed the fly tying thread not for fly tying but for the rigging on very small model ships. It is ideal! However on browsing your website I may well take up another challenge i.e. fly tying, maybe even fly fishing. Thank you for your prompt service. John Painter.”

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Posted 7 years ago

Thank you for your kind feedback. We love to hear of the different areas that our products go into! Your model ships sound fascinating. If ever you have a moment to share a photo with us, we would love to see it. How lovely that you fancy learning fly tying and fishing. If we can help, please do let us know. We have advisors in house if you want to chat this through at any time. Grateful to you again for your order and kind feedback. Please do keep in touch. Ann and team

Posted 7 years ago

“recieved order in good time,and order was just what i thought i was ordering.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Very good range of produce. Quick service.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Easy purchase and quick delivery”

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Posted 7 years ago

“A great service and top quality Flies - so a BIG thank you. Bryan”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Excellent service thank you recommend seller”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Well made flies and value for money. But wish I could get the orange/yellow/white nomad I have had in the past. It seems to work when other colours fail.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Excellent service as usual”

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Posted 7 years ago

“Good service and prompt delivery when all goods are available thank you”

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Posted 7 years ago

“I bought the bobbin thread holder it's great keeps them all nice and tidy.”

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Posted 7 years ago

“These guys are your dream business to discover. New to fly fishing, I contacted them needing advice as much as equipment - they couldn't have been more helpful. If you are new to fly fishing, want do you really want? To get catching fish! I was catching trout from my first outing thanks to the help and advice Andy and his team gave me. I couldn't recommend them highly enough.”

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Posted 7 years ago

Thank you so very much for your kind feedback. It genuinely means a great deal to us and we will make sure your thoughts are shared with the team here. We are happy to be of help throughout your fly fishing education and journey so please don't hesitate to call or visit at any time if you need anything. More than happy to have a cuppa and chat as you know! Tight lines Ann and co

Posted 7 years ago

“Quality flies and quick delivery”

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Posted 7 years ago

“quick service and perfect flies”

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Posted 7 years ago

The Essential Fly is rated 4.8 based on 2,225 reviews