Greenwells Glory

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This pattern has always intrigued me!

Hook. Daiichi #1480 size 14.
Silk. Pearsalls Gossamer Lt. Yellow #4.
Wing. Starling.
Hackle. Furnace,Coch-y-Bondu.
Body.Lt. Yellow well waxed.
Rib. Fine gold wire.

[Bazzer69]

I have great success for a good few years with the down wing wet fly pattern when fished on lakes when the Lake Olive is hatching. I’ve also had good success on moving waters, but I’ve never tied it with the up -wing, time to correct that now I’ve got a nice cape for the hackle and plenty of starling.
Thanks for reminding us of this wonderful pattern.
Barry

[letumgo]

Beautiful, Tom. You really have a knack for these classics. Kudos.

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John I suppose I could put a tail on it but, what color bead would you suggest!

Tom

[daringduffer]

Glory, glory, hallelujah!

dd

[Theroe]

I think the original dressing by canon Greenwell did not call for a tail - later versions listed by others, an optional "whisk" was added.........
FWIW, for me, sans tail catch better..

Dana

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I agree thanks Dana! Can't pay attention to any body's. opinion from Wissssscccccoonnnnsonnn anyways!!!

Tom

[NightWatchman]

Beautiful fly Tom. Is it meant to be fished dry or wet ?

[DOUGSDEN]

Tom,
These are soooo cool looking! I wish I could tie like you.....and everyone else on this forum who is way more talented than me! Lol! I am very envious of your talents!
Good job my friend!
Dougsden