Pearly Pheasant Tail

Fly: Chris Reeves, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: Scorpion competition heavy-weight #12
Thread: Brown
Tail: Pheasant tail fibers and three strands of flashabou or similar material
Ribbing: Copper wire
Body: Pheasant tail fibers
Wing case: Dark pheasant tail fibers
Thorax: Glister dubbing

Note: I used to tie this pattern with a hackle as well. This does noy seem to make any difference and it is easier to tie without. A great fly when the fish come on to the jelly fry in June and July andalso good at the end of the year.


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