Black Gnat (Leisenring)
Note: The pattern can be fished semi dry or as wet using the Leisenring lift. Its appeal to trout and pan fish is universal. I never leave my home river without trying it.
Black Gnat (Leisenring) |
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| Hook: | Mustad 3096 or 3399A sizes 12-16 |
| Thread: | Red |
| Body: | Black iridescent fibers from the brown tail feather of a turkey. This is found just below the white/tannish tips on the feather. This is wrapped like herl. |
| Hackle: | Iridescent starling breast or black hen |
Note: The pattern can be fished semi dry or as wet using the Leisenring lift. Its appeal to trout and pan fish is universal. I never leave my home river without trying it. |
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