Sunday, June 23, 2024

Westman's Delight

Westman's Delight

Hooks - MUSR70, TMC3769, or DIA 1550, sizes 10-14

Thread - Black

Tip - Bright green floss

Tail - Golden pheasant tippet barbs

Body - Dubbed with muskrat fur

Hackle - Black tied palmer-style over the body

Wings - Mottled brown turkey-quill sections tied on edge over the body

Howard Westman of Ann Arbor, Michigan, originated this pattern in 1942.

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

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