fishpond Tacky Original Fly Box
- Fly Box
- 1 pound
- Natural
- 1
A solid pick for anglers who want one large box instead of juggling several smaller ones, with a magnetic closure that will not pop open in a vest pocket.
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How it ranks among the 15 fly boxes we track
4.7★ across 451 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
451 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The fishpond Tacky Original 2X is a double-sided fly box that swaps foam for silicone slits, holding up to 336 flies behind a magnetic, latch-free lid.
This is one box built to replace two or three smaller fly boxes for anglers who fill their vest with wet and dry patterns. The trade-off with compact fly boxes is usually crushed hackle or a fumbled latch, and the silicone slit system here is fishpond's answer to that, gripping hooks without threading them through foam. It leans toward anglers who prefer one dependable box over several small ones.
- Capacity: up to 336 flies
- Silicone anchor slit technology
- Latch free magnetic lid closure
- Recycled polycarbonate shell
Who it's for
This suits fly anglers who want a single box to carry a large, organized fly selection instead of juggling several smaller ones. It is not aimed at spin or bait anglers who do not need fly-specific storage.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Holds up to 336 flies in one box
- Magnetic closure needs no latch
- Double sided layout separates fly types
- Durable polycarbonate resists warping and extreme temperatures
- Organization relies only on silicone slits, no dividers
Performance notes
Flies press into silicone slit strips that grip the hook shank rather than requiring threading through foam, and the lid stays shut on a magnetic closure instead of a mechanical latch. The recycled polycarbonate shell is built to resist warping across extreme temperatures.
Specifications
| Brand | fishpond |
|---|---|
| Model | FBA-16-TOFB-2X |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 1 pound |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.8 × 0.7 × 7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Natural |
| Color | single color |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number of Compartments | 1 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Item Type Name | Fly Box |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in fly boxes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| fishpond Tacky Original Fly BoxThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 451 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Gonex Fly Boxes for Fly Fishing Jig Boxes Two-Sided Waterproof Lightweight Fly Fishing…Gonex | 4.7 / 5 | 1,900 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Dr.Fish Fly Fishing BoxDr.Fish | 4.7 / 5 | 617 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Alichino small fly box for fly files ice jig box fly box for fly fishingAlichino | 4.7 / 5 | 594 | 4.2 / 5 |
| SF Small Magnetic Fly Box Slim Floatable for Fly Fishing Super Thin Fishing Boxes Clear…SF | 4.6 / 5 | 471 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the fishpond FBA-16-TOFB-2X
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many flies does the fishpond Tacky Original 2X hold?
The listing states it accommodates up to 336 flies across its double-sided silicone slit interior.
Does the Tacky 2X fly box use a latch?
No, it closes with a magnetic latch-free lid instead of a traditional clasp.
What is the fishpond Tacky 2X fly box made from?
It is built from recycled polycarbonate designed to resist warping in extreme temperatures.