Pheasant Tail Dry Fly

Published on Jan 11. 2023 - 2 years ago
Updated or edited 2 years ago

Materials Used;

Hook, Fulling Mill Ultimate Dry size 14
Thread, Uni-8/0 Rusty Brown
Wing, White Glo-Brite No.16 or Antron
Tail, Natural Brown Cock Fibres
Rib, Fine Copper Wire
Body, Cock Pheasant Tail Fibres
Thorax, Natural Dubbing
Hackle, Natural Brown Chinese or Indian Cock

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