Kaufmann Marabou Damsel

Originator: Randall Kaufmann, Fly: Ken Hanley, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: Straight eye, 3X long curved shank, #12 - #10 (Tiemco TMC 200R, Daiichi 1270)
Thread: Olive #8/0
Optics: Velvet Chenille, Fine, olive/brown
Ribbing: Gold wire
Tail: Olive Marabou, short
Body: Olive Strung Marabou, tie in tips first, twist while you wrap forward toward head
Notes: This is a very simple adaptation of Randall Kaufmann’s classic marabou nymph. The addition of chenille eyes provides a slightly different profile and texture.


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