Sunday, May 22, 2022

Ida May

Ida May

Hooks - MUSR72, TMC5262, or DAI1710 or equivalent, sizes 6-12

Thread - Black

Tail - Dyed dark green grizzly hen hackle barbs

Ribbing: Peacock herl. Reverse wrapped with fine gold wire

Body - Dubbed with black rabbit fur

Legs - Dyed dark green grizzly hen hackle tied on as a collar and tied back

Charlie Brooks originated this pattern.

Fish Flies: The Encyclopedia of the Fly Tier's Art - Terry Hellekson

No comments:

Post a Comment