Meet the Tyers

Every fly in our Signature Tyers collection is hand-tied by a real tyer whose work we stand behind. Some are on our pro staff, some tie for us independently — all of them earn their spot on the bench. Browse the makers and shop their patterns below.

Chris Arbelle

Chris ArbellePro Staff

The Dirty Loaf

Pro tyer since 2020 with the deepest catalog at Finatics. Largemouth obsessive who ties differently for every set of conditions.

Houma CrabHouma CrabGeaux GurglerGeaux GurglerCreole CandyCreole CandyBattle ShrimpBattle ShrimpBayou FlutterBayou Flutter
Casey Smith

Casey SmithPro Staff

FlySmith Flies

Sight-fishing junkie tying since 14. Shrimp and crab specialist chasing permit, redfish, stripers, bonefish, and carp.

Redfish Crack- FlySmith FliesRedfish Crack- FlySmith FliesStrong Arm CrabStrong Arm CrabCasey’s Bauer CrabCasey’s Bauer CrabMantis Shrimp- FlySmith FliesMantis Shrimp- FlySmith FliesBunny Shrimp- FlySmith FliesBunny Shrimp- FlySmith Flies
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Mike FlySmith

Florida

Tying since 1990. Florida saltwater specialist working from vise to flats — crab, shrimp, and tarpon patterns built with purpose.

Claws SoloClaws SoloMegalops FuryMegalops Fury
AJ Rosenbohm

AJ RosenbohmPro Staff

Signature Tyer

13 years tying, 8 commercial. South Louisiana saltwater and warmwater specialist on the pro staff of Winston and Bauer Reels.

Flippin’ ShrimpFlippin’ ShrimpShrimp SnackShrimp Snack
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Mack Bryson

Southeastern Flyworks

20-plus years at the vise. Ties across salt, cold, and warm water, building patterns to match the exact forage fish are keyed on.

Gas Station SushiGas Station Sushi
Chace Smith

Chace SmithPro Staff

Canal Bum Flies

12 years on the water, tying two years under AJ Rosenbohm. Specializes in carp, gar, and oddball baitfish patterns.

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Several of these makers also represent Finatics on the water. Meet the Pro Staff →