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Tenkara Fly Shop Reviews Summary

Tenkara Fly Shop has a rating of 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Tenkara Fly Shop most frequently mention and customer service. Tenkara Fly Shop ranks 4th among Fishing sites.

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returns
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District of Columbia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Excellent guidance
April 9, 2020

Started new Tenkara and shop was excellent in help

Date of experience: April 9, 2020
Minnesota
1 review
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Tenkara Fly Shop
March 14, 2020

I ordered some flies from Jim a while ago and since he doesn't tie his flies until your order is placed it takes a little time to get them. Jim updates you with emails right up until he ships them.
He also sends a small wooden container with them. Jim is a superior fly tier and the quality of the flies are are outstanding. I will definitely be ordering from him again.

Date of experience: March 14, 2020
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thank you David. Sometimes it get so busy around here that I wonder if I should speed things up. But, that would mean less quality which is a no-go for me. But, my customers have always been understanding of this. Thanks guys!

Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great product
February 27, 2020

Jim makes beautiful flies. You may have to wait for your order, but the wait is worth it. Just make sure you order several weeks before you need flies. Jim does a great job of communicating, and giving timing updates so you know he hasn't forgotten about you. I highly recommend Tenkara Fly Shop.

Date of experience: February 27, 2020
Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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My favorite custom fly shop bar none.
February 13, 2020

Superb craftsmanship takes time... and well worth it. Jim is a true artist. He also sells a variety of imports which are also very effective as a considerable bargain. Custom orders are fulfilled in order of receipt. My average wait is roughly 2 months... and well worth it. Top quality custom materials are very durable and perform best on the streams. It really brightens my day when receiving an email announcing my order is next on the vise

Date of experience: February 13, 2020
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thank you John, I really appreciate your kind words. BTW: I am about to start the order right before yours. That will take me a few days to complete, so... "Your order is next on the vise" (LOL)

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Exactly what I wanted
January 5, 2020

Exactly what I wanted, fast shipping and quality product

Date of experience: January 5, 2020
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great!
November 22, 2019

Mailing Service was fast, prices excellent, and a bit of personal attention with the inclusion of a sample of tying material... Would make additional purchases...

Date of experience: November 22, 2019
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service, beautiful work.
November 7, 2019

My experience with Tenkara Fly Shop was fantastic. Jim makes flies to order which means they ship when they're ready. Jim communicated as my order was in progress and was very friendly and accommodating. The flies are gorgeous! I will be ordering again. Thanks!

Date of experience: November 7, 2019
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your kind words Daniel

Tennessee
1 review
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A great buying experience thus far...
October 18, 2019

I've just placed my first order from Tenkara Fly Shop. Jim was right up-front in stating that he custom-makes each fly, so I should expect to wait for a while to receive my shipment. A couple of days later, he emailed me an update, explaining that my order was next in the queue. I call that dedication to customer satisfaction!

Date of experience: October 18, 2019
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thanks Edward. It's good to hear that my efforts are appreciated, keeps me going another season. Tight Lines, Jim

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Beautiful flies and great service
October 11, 2019

The flies arrived quite fast. They are beautiful at a reasonable affordable price. I recommend this shop :))

Date of experience: October 11, 2019
North Carolina
1 review
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Well displayed
July 21, 2019

Have not received my product yet but was well informed that it was delayed and the reason for the delay.

Date of experience: July 21, 2019
Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have not received my flies yet but the owner answer my questions and gave me some sound advice on fly selection. He did not try to oversell me flies I may never need.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very friendly
February 23, 2019

Fast to keep me updated on progress of tying flies but did let me know there would be a slight delay. No probkem a coupke of months before trout season

Date of experience: February 23, 2019
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wonderful craftsmanship
February 5, 2019

Jim produces an excellent product. You can see the care that goes into his work.

On top of that his communication is very good. He sends multiple updates about the status of your order.

All in all, an excellent experience. Highly recommended.

Date of experience: February 5, 2019
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Professional
January 31, 2019

Fast and professional, ordered the Jameson yarn, replied immediately with a free shipping offer, I would definitely recommend this site

Date of experience: January 31, 2019
Delaware
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I received the fly order today. Every fly was beautifully crafted. I look forward to getting them wet. The flies were tied to order, I was kept informed all through the brief wait, and you could not ask for more personal service or attention.

Tenkara Fly Shop is now my official go-to source.

Date of experience: January 30, 2019
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thank you Dan. Welcome to the family. Tight lines!

Missouri
1 review
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Tenkara USA
December 24, 2018

Great customer service and their products are of excellent quality. I will always look for this merchant before anyone else.

Date of experience: December 24, 2018
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thanks Barry. It's great to know that our efforts are appreciated. Happy Holidays.

Spain
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service
December 7, 2018

I am not a fisherman but wanted to buy an assortment for a friend for Christmas. He did a beautiful job in putting together a nice assortment, asking what kind of fishing he does, and shipped exactly as promised. They look beautiful.

Date of experience: December 7, 2018
Paul A. — Tenkara Fly Shop Rep
over a year old

Thanks Francis. Happy Holidays.

Germany
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Truly amazing
November 5, 2018

Everything is of a superb quality and looks like a true work of art. Fly fishing has become very enjoyable thanks to the products from this store.

Date of experience: November 5, 2018
Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Jim is a pleasure to work with - quick response to order and fast delivery. I will be ordering again as needed.

Date of experience: November 3, 2018
Australia
1 review
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Purchased a range of patterns from Jim which I succesfully used on a recent fishing trip. Jims Black Ant and the Kebari Futsu Common consistently out performed all my other patterns over a 5 day period, and I will definitely purchase more from Jim in the future.

Date of experience: October 22, 2018