Hends Patina Tinsel stands out for its matte finish. It creates a visible wrap due to its color and pattern, without the pronounced shine of a glossy tinsel.
Hends intends it for banding and also recommends using it to create entire bodies on nymphs, midge flies, and dry flies with certain colors. Spaced wraps define the segments; tight, overlapping wraps allow the color to show through more prominently. The matte finish is particularly useful when you want to reduce the body’s shine.