BF Crab


BF Crab (side)


BF Crab (top)


BF Crab (bottom)

Originator and fly: Joe Branham, Photographs: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: Saltwater, standard shank, 6 to 2/0
Thread: 6/0, color to match body color
Weight: Bar bell eyes
Bracing: 2 pieces short mono tied in across the hook shank
Bottom: White or tan felt cut into circle or oblong shape
Legs: Knotted round rubber
Claws: Hackle tips
Eyes: Burnt mono or sewing pin
Top: Felt

Note: This fly can be tied in numerous colors and marked with marking pens.

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