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I forgot the name of this pattern. Sorry

I think it looks pretty nice.

I can't really make it out, but is there also herl behind the hackle? There's something dark between the hackle and the thread, that's why I ask.

Also, what kind of hook is that?

Fishnkilts that looks like herl but believe it or not that the thread where I applied some varnish. I’m reluctant to use any glue on silk because my experience is that it turns the silk to an ugly brown. The hook is a Varivas S 2000.

Dear NW,
I love the bare bones, simplistic look of your wonderful pattern! You did a good job of capturing these concepts! I can envision this pattern, tossed up high in the current, not making it very far!
I am going looking at your other offerings that you have posted! Please keep it up!
Dougsden

Clean, simple dressing, well executed. Love the sparseness of the whole fly. If I'm using silk, or even modern man-made threads, I just wax the thread with a little tying wax and whip finish. Been doing that for years and never had a fly fall apart.

It's been a long time since I used it, but have you tried Veniard's "Cellire" Varnish #1. I don't remember if it affects the color of the silk or not.

Thanks very much guys.