Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Blue Dun

Blue Dun

Winged Wet Fly

Don Martinez originated this pattern and claimed the fly, when moving fast, would almost always bring fish to the landing net.

Hooks - Mustad 3399 or equivalent

Thread - Gray

Tail - Blue dun hackle barbs

Ribbing - Oval gold tinsel

Body - Dubbed with muskrat fur

Hackle - Blue dun tied on as a collar and tied back

Wings - Gray squirrel tail hair 

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

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