The Essential Fly Reviews

4.8 Rating 2,223 Reviews

97 %

of reviewers recommend The Essential Fly

4.8

Based on 2,223 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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“Really cool. Thanks for sending me some free cotton. Just right for a novice fly there to practice on. Regards Nathan Thomas Edwards”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Very good service and very malleable staff. I skilfully recommendations company and would not hesitate to contact them again”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Prompt delivery service and easy to purchase flies online. I have recently purchased a variety of fly selection strips for trout and graylin fishing in the uk. They are extremely well tied and look awesome, I will let you know what results I get when I have tested them out over the coming weeks.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Thanks for the phone call to say that one of my items I ordered was not in stock. You offered a item to replace the one that was not in stock, the order has arrived and I am pleased with the items I have received. Once again a great quick service, thanks 👍”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Always deliver promptly and efficiently. A good selection to choose from and helpful guidance and advice on what flys to use when.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Orders are quickly delivered and the flies are tied to the highest quality. Have used several times and will continue to use.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“I am very happy with my order and will get More”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Qualité du suivi de la commande et respect des délais de livraison”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Very prompt and efficient handling of my order and high quality flies. I would recommend The Essential Fly to anyone.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Excellent and speedy service. Highly recommend The Esential Fly for all your needs”

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Posted 6 years ago

“The products arrived in perfect condition and quickly to Spain”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Flies promptly delivered. Quality product.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Iimpeccable service and great kindness”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Good service. Good advice. Good support to all fly anglers!”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Great service and excellent communications. This was my first purchase from The Essential Fly, a Marc Petitjean Magic Tool Regular set, but I'm sure that it won't be my last. Many thanks - Ken Sweet.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Excellent service as always”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Easy purchasing system. prompt delivery.Every thing to make obtaining materials painless will use your service again.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Great service. Notified of any problems so there are no surprises. Refunds given if an item is not available. Will use Essential Fly for my fly tying materials again.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Thank you for this opportunity to comment on your company. I have appreciated your service and the quality of your service over the many years I have used you. I also like the fishing advice you put out in your emails, very helpful. Again many thanks Rowland Elvidge”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Good firm and quick delivery”

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Posted 6 years ago

The Essential Fly is rated 4.8 based on 2,223 reviews