Extended Body Needle for Extended Bodies - Cottarelli

Extended Body Needle for Extended Bodies - Cottarelli

The "Extended Body Cottarelli" Needle is a handy little accessory for making extended bodies.

Use this needle as a support to build the insect abdomen (often with deer hair, CDC or synthetic materials) before securing it to the hook. This needle provides maximum stability when tying with Cottarelli vises.

Precision & Ergonomics

True to the standards of the Italian brand, this tip features a perfectly tapered 1mm diameter for easy removal of the body once formed. Its 40mm length is more than enough to work across different pattern sizes, from the smallest mayflies to the largest mayflies.

Cottarelli Compatibility

This needle installs in seconds on Cottarelli vises (Travel or Standard models). Made from steel and brass, its impeccable finish ensures smooth rotation and total resistance to heavy use on your vise.

Key Benefits

• Realism : ideal for creating ultra-detailed insect abdomens.
• Optimized dimensions : 40mm length and 1mm diameter (tapered).
• Premium materials : rugged construction in machined steel and brass.
• Quick installation : compatible with Travel and Standard heads.
• Italian craftsmanship : Cottarelli quality and precision.

Specifications

Brand : Cottarelli
Material : Steel and Brass
Tip length : 40mm
Tip diameter : tapered tip (1mm base)
Handle diameter : 8mm
Overall length : 10cm
Weight : 23g

In short, it's the accessory that opens up new technical possibilities. Whether you're tying mayflies or mayfly spents, this tip helps you create bodies that are light, supple and perfectly segmented.