Saturday, November 6, 2021

Kaufmann Stonefly

 

Kaufmann Stonefly

Hook - Mustad 9671, 9672 or equivalent
Thread - Black
Weight - Lead/lead free wire
Antennae - Brown goos biots
Tail - Brown goose biots
Rib - Amber swannundaze, v-rib or equivalent
Wing case - Tyvec paper colored with permanent marker
Abdomen, thorax & head  - Brown spikey dubbing

Wing case is usually made from turkey fibers which can split and eventually break off. 
 Tyvec paper was substituted for added durability
Add rubber legs if desired

Tyvec paper = House wrap, envelopes etc

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