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Blue Dun

Posted: Wed Oct 19, 2022 3:47 pm
by nfrechet
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Blue Dun

Winged Wet Fly

Don Martinez originated this pattern and claimed the fly, when moving fast, would almost always bring fish to the landing net.

Hooks - Mustad 3399 or equivalent
Thread - Gray
Tail - Blue dun hackle barbs
Ribbing - Oval gold tinsel
Body - Dubbed with muskrat fur
Hackle - Blue dun tied on as a collar and tied back
Wings - Gray squirrel tail hair

Fish Flies: The Encyclopedia of the Fly Tier's Art - Terry Hellekson

Re: Blue Dun

Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2022 9:17 pm
by DarrellP
Beautiful and subtle