---
product_id: 48292877
title: "Fireline Variation 1"
brand: "the beadsmith"
price: "$49.31"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/48292877-fireline-variation-1
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
---

# 6 lb tensile strength 0.006” ultra-thin diameter Made in USA, premium quality Fireline Variation 1

**Brand:** the beadsmith
**Price:** $49.31
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your craft with the strongest, sleekest thread in the game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fireline Variation 1 by the beadsmith
- **How much does it cost?** $49.31 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/48292877-fireline-variation-1)

## Best For

- the beadsmith enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the beadsmith brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Cut & Seal:** Burn or snip ends cleanly to prevent fraying, maintaining flawless craftsmanship every time.
- • **Versatile Use Beyond Jewelry:** Originally a top-tier fishing line, now the secret weapon for bead weaving and stringing with zero stretch or tangles.
- • **Trusted Legacy, Expert Support:** Backed by The Beadsmith’s 40 years of excellence, ensuring your creative journey is smooth and inspired.
- • **Crystal Clear, Invisible Finish:** Semi-translucent cord ensures your jewelry shines without distraction—perfect for professional-grade beading.
- • **Unmatched Strength in a Sleek Thread:** Dyneema fiber delivers industry-leading tensile power for heavy beads and intricate designs.

## Overview

Fireline Variation 1 is a 50-yard spool of crystal-clear, microfused braided bead thread made from Dyneema, the strongest fiber by diameter. With a 6 lb test strength and ultra-thin 0.006” diameter, it offers exceptional durability and invisibility for professional jewelry making. Made in the USA and trusted by experts, it resists stretch and tangling, making it ideal for heavy beads and intricate designs.

## Description

Thread is crystal clear in color; Similar to size a or B nylon; 008 inch diameter, 6 lb. Test weight. size d

Review: Really good for beading - A very good product for beading. Although pricey it's worth paying the extra money.
Review: Beading/Fishing braid -it's both. - This braid tends to come in bulk spools when sold as fishing line,whereas the same product marketed as beading braid comes in handy 50 metre length,which is all I needed to load my vintage reel. The semi translucent nature of the line may or may not make it less noticable to the fish than coloured line but one would like to think it did. The Crystal braid floats which is an important quality when trotting. Being braid it is much thinner than equivalent strength conventional nylon monofiliment bit has a lot less stretch. I've used this product before in.different strengths and been pleased how it handles with centrepin reels.

## Features

- FIRELINE: This is a microfused, braided bead thread consisting of Dyneema, a gel-spun polyethylene which is known as the strongest fiber, per diameter, ever created. It has an unbelievably high tensile strength and has been recommended in numerous how-to articles on beadworking.
- DETAILS: Made in the USA, our Fireline is 6lb. test and comes in a crystal color. The cord measures 50 yards and .006” (.15mm) in diameter.
- EASY FINISH: Because this is a super strong material, we recommend using sharp, precise scissors for cutting the string. However, the thread can also be burned instead of snipping. A thread burner is easier to use and more precise. This method seals the ends, which prevents frayed edges or split ends.
- VERSATILE: Originally used by fisherman as a high-quality fishing line, this thread took off in the jewelry making world. It can be threaded on a needle and used for stringing or bead weaving. The thread does not stretch, or tangle and the strength of the cord is essential when working with heavier beads and findings.
- THE BEADSMITH- 40 years in the making! Trusted to bring you the best quality beads, tools, and supplies. Making jewelry should be a positive experience. Let us join you in the creative journey. Our experts are here to help. Your satisfaction is important to us. Contact us with any quality issues or concerns.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001GMUBJ6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 66,867 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 191 in Beading Cords & Threads |
| Brand | The Beadsmith |
| Brand Name | The Beadsmith |
| Colour | Crystal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,148 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00790524008926 |
| Included Components | Jewelry Making |
| Item Diameter | 0.01 Inches |
| Item Length | 1800 Inches |
| Item Type Name | Beading Thread |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Kilograms |
| Item diameter | 0.01 Inches |
| Line Weight | 2.7 kg |
| Line weight | 2.7 kg |
| Manufacturer | Fireline |
| Manufacturer Part Number | XCR-1278 |
| Material | Polyethylene |
| Material Type | Polyethylene |
| Model Number | XCR-1278 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Style | Braided |
| Style | Braided |
| UPC | 790524008926 |
| Unit Count | 46.0 meter |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** The Beadsmith
- **Colour:** Crystal
- **Line weight:** 2.7 kg
- **Material:** Polyethylene
- **Style:** Braided

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is a single thread strong enough for bracelets or do you suggest doubling up on thread?**
A: This super strong, flexible, pre-waxed braided beading thread is made from gel-spun polyethylene, one of the strongest fiber cords per diameter ever created. Beadworkers and beadstringers will find that this new product feels and works better than the finest bead thread, yet is as strong as jewelry wire. Most beads will not cut this product. It does not stretch, it knots easily, and will pass through a #12 beading needle. Similar to size A or B Nymo.

**Q: Hi is this thread 6lb or 4lb as in description it says its a 4lb test**
A: Looking at the picture alongside yr question, it says 6lb weight. I only use. 6lb weight. Make sure it is onlt 6lb in weight for beading etc.  they do make a 4lb weight but I find it not suitable for beading.  Hope this helps

**Q: for the .009 fireline, what size bead hole will fit on this thread?**
A: I just thread from the spool and try different size beads. Go through a bead at least twice to make sure.

**Q: Can this be used with size 11 myiuki seed beads?**
A: Hi

Yes it can be used with no problems, so for typical bead stitches such as Peyote, Right Angle Weave and so on, this thread is absolutely fine to use. Please note that with all threads multiple passes through the same bead will eventually fill the hole. 

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good for beading
*by K***R on 27 April 2025*

A very good product for beading. Although pricey it's worth paying the extra money.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beading/Fishing braid -it's both.
*by K***N on 3 June 2019*

This braid tends to come in bulk spools when sold as fishing line,whereas the same product marketed as beading braid comes in handy 50 metre length,which is all I needed to load my vintage reel. The semi translucent nature of the line may or may not make it less noticable to the fish than coloured line but one would like to think it did. The Crystal braid floats which is an important quality when trotting. Being braid it is much thinner than equivalent strength conventional nylon monofiliment bit has a lot less stretch. I've used this product before in.different strengths and been pleased how it handles with centrepin reels.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does what it says
*by Y***U on 5 September 2025*

Strong flexible and easy to work with for making necklaces

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*Product available on Desertcart Ecuador*
*Store origin: EC*
*Last updated: 2026-06-20*