The lanyard is adjustable for length so that it can dangle as short or long as you wish. Neoprene tubing adds comfort to the neck. Two accessory rings are attached to each side and are adjustable to desired location.
Compared to C&F fly patches, this TMC is disappointing. First unlike their counterpart, this Tiemco is made in China. The foam is not slitted so will eventually be needed to be replaced. Also it will not securely hold the hook as slitted foam. Despite this does allow for more flies to be carried and the two halves are separated by a dry fly and a wet fly section.
Ventilated side holes allow water to escape and evaporate. Overall I'm not too impressed and I might just replace the fly patch with a C&F version.
My intention is to use this for trips similar to my first turkey hunt when we backpacked into a valley thinking we may have had a chance at trout. On trips like that when fishing is not the priority, I like to keeps things minimalistic and lightweight.
For me, Southern California trout fishing rarely do I ever fish with streamers so I almost never carry them. My fly boxes are generally organized in such a manner that streamers get their own box. Most of my regular fishing spots don't warrant me carrying an extra box. So as a result I almost never trout fish with streamers. I wanted to change that so when I saw this new item from C&F I knew I wanted to add it to my collection.
This patch is simple and lightweight, its basically made of foam and lined with plastic.
A magnet secures the lid and the flies within. The slit pattern is their streamer pattern. I don't think it will carry many but for what I need it for, it will be more than adequate.
This patch is intended to be carried on a belt or strap via a Velcro attachment that can be rotated 90 degrees.