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Dr. Slick

Dr. Slick E-BOB4 Fly Tying Tool

  • Material: Stainless Steel
  • Line Weight: 4 lb
  • Fishing Line Type: Fly fishing line
  • Color: Green

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A straightforward stainless steel bobbin for fly tying, worth adding to a vise kit if you need a dedicated thread holder in this line weight.

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ASIN: B006FCHJFGModel: E-BOB4Category: Fly Tying Tools

Overview

The Dr E-BOB4 is a stainless steel fly tying bobbin that holds a thread spool and feeds it through a fine tube, keeping tension even while wrapping thread onto a hook at the vise. It comes in a green finish and is listed for 4 weight line.

This is a single purpose vise tool rather than a rod, reel or terminal tackle item, so its value depends entirely on whether you tie your own flies.

  • Stainless steel build
  • Designed to hold and feed thread during fly tying
  • Green finish
  • Listed for 4 weight line

Who it's for

Fly tyers who sit at a vise and build their own patterns, including beginners assembling a starter tool kit. Anglers who only buy finished flies have no use for it.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Stainless steel construction resists rust
  • Compact enough to carry in a tying kit or tackle box
Cons
  • Only one color option (green) listed
  • No description or owner feedback to confirm arm tension or tube finish

Performance notes

The stainless tube is meant to reduce thread fraying as it feeds, while the hanging spool weight helps keep consistent tension during wraps. Beyond material and the 4 weight line listing, no further spec detail was provided.

Specifications

BrandDr. Slick
ModelE-BOB4
Dimensions & fit
Line Weight4 lb
Package Weight0.02 pounds
Item Package Dimensions L X W X H6.1 × 2.9 × 0.4 inches
Item Dimensions Lxwxh5.9 × 2 × 9.8 inches
Construction & materials
MaterialStainless Steel
ColorGreen
Other details
Fishing Line TypeFly fishing line
Part NumberE-BOB4

Frequently asked questions

What material is the Dr E-BOB4 made from?

Stainless steel.

What color does the Dr E-BOB4 come in?

Green.

What is the Dr E-BOB4 used for?

Holding a thread spool during fly tying so tension stays even while wrapping a pattern at the vise.