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Mason Hard Type Nylon Leader Material

Mason Hard Type Nylon Leader Material

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Mason Hard Type Nylon Leader Material | 14lb–25lb Abrasion-Resistant Fishing Leader

Maximum Strength & Control for Demanding Fishing Conditions
Mason Hard Type Nylon Leader Material is the go-to choice for anglers who need uncompromising durability, stiffness, and abrasion resistance in heavy cover and structure. Available in 14lb, 16lb, 20lb, and 25lb test, this premium leader material is engineered to perform when fishing heavy flies or windy conditions where softer leaders fail.

Designed with a stiff, hard finish, Mason Hard Type Nylon excels as butt section material—delivering superior energy transfer for improved turnover, tighter loops, and more accurate fly presentations. This is the exact material used in the butt sections of Murray’s Fly Shop Bass Bug and Big Game hand-tied knotted leaders, where strength and turnover are critical for casting large flies and battling powerful fish.

Trusted by experienced anglers, this is the same material (25lb & 20lb) used in Murray’s Fluorocarbon Leaders, Bass Bug Leaders, and Big Game Leaders—proven leaders built for serious fishing situations.


Why Anglers Choose Mason Hard Type Nylon:

Extreme Abrasion Resistance: Built to withstand rocks, logs, and heavy cover without compromising strength.

Stiff for Better Turnover: Improves casting efficiency and helps deliver large flies and rigs with precision.

Reliable Knot Strength: Holds strong under pressure, reducing break-offs when fighting aggressive fish.

Low Visibility Underwater: Enhances stealth for more natural presentations and increased strike rates.

Versatile Applications: Ideal for freshwater species like bass and trout, as well as saltwater use.  This is our preferred butt material when turning over large flies is needed or when fishing in windy conditions.


Perfect For:

✔ Bass bug leaders and streamer fishing
✔ Building custom tapered leaders (Included in our Bass Bug Leader Building Kit, Big Game Leader Building Kit and our Fluorocarbon Leader Building Kit)
✔ Fishing heavy cover and structure
✔ Big trout, smallmouth bass, and saltwater species


Product Details:

  • Available Sizes: 14lb, 16lb, 20lb, 25lb

  • Material: Hard Type Nylon (stiff, abrasion-resistant)

  • Best Use: Butt sections, heavy-duty leaders, custom rigs

  • Made in the USA


Upgrade your leader system with Mason Hard Type Nylon—the trusted standard for anglers who fish hard, tight water and demand gear that won’t fail when it matters most.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping Information

We ship orders Tuesday through Saturday. Orders placed before 12:00 PM EST are typically processed the same day. Orders placed after 11:00 AM EST or on weekends will be processed the next business day (our USPS closes at 11:30.

Shipping Options

  • Standard Shipping (USPS / UPS Ground): 3–7 business days
  • Expedited Shipping (UPS 2-Day): 2 business days
  • Overnight Shipping (UPS Next Day Air): 1 business day

Shipping times are estimates and may vary during peak seasons or due to carrier delays.

Free Custom Rigging & Spooling

When you purchase a fly rod outfit from Murray's Fly Shop, we are happy to professionally spool your reel with line and backing at no extra charge before shipping. To take advantage of this service, please email us your order number after checkout and specify your preferred retrieve (left-hand or right-hand wind) and reel color preference.


Return Policy

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you are not happy with your order for any reason, we are here to help.

Returns

  • Items may be returned within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange.
  • Items must be in original, unused condition with all original packaging and tags attached.
  • Custom-spooled reels and fly lines that have been used on the water are not eligible for return.
  • Sale and clearance items are final sale and cannot be returned.

How to Return an Item

  1. Email us at [info@murraysflyshop.com] with your order number, valid phone number and reason for return.
  2. We will provide a return authorization and shipping instructions.
  3. Pack the item securely and ship it back to us. We recommend using a trackable shipping method.
  4. Once we receive and inspect the return, we will process your refund or exchange within 5–7 business days.

Damaged or Incorrect Items

If you received a damaged or incorrect item, please contact us within 7 days of delivery and we will make it right at no cost to you.

Warranty Claims

Many of the products we carry — including Orvis, Scott, Winston, and St. Croix fly rods — come with manufacturer warranties. If you need to make a warranty claim, please contact us and we will help guide you through the process with the manufacturer.  Please follow all instructions included with your rod, reel, waders regarding registration requirements.  (Almost all Fly Rod Manufacturers require registration for your warranty to be valid.)


Contact Us

Questions about your order, shipping, or a return? We're happy to help.

  • Email: info@murraysflyshop.com
  • Phone: 540-984-4212
  • Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9-4 | Saturday 9-3 | Sunday Closed - All times are Eastern Time Zone
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