Snow 'n Ashes

[Hans Weilenmann]

Snow 'n Ashes
Hook: Partridge YK4A #12 (or equivalent scud hook)
Thread: Benecchi 12/0, black
Hackle: Hazel grouse breast feather
Rib: Polar flash, gold, twisted and graduated
Abdomen: Argentinean hare, light grey
Thorax: Argentinean hare, dark grey

Cheers,
Hans W

[redietz]

Which grouse? Where on the bird.

Very striking looking fly.

[Hans Weilenmann]

Bob,

Hazel grouse breast feather (in winter plumage)

Here is an image:

http://dic.academic.ru/pictures/enwiki/ ... uhn-01.jpg

Cheers,
Hans W

[letumgo]

Stricking fly, Hans! I will add Hazel Grouse (winter phase) to my materials wish list.

[redietz]

I will add Hazel Grouse (winter phase) to my materials wish list.

Me too.

[Hans Weilenmann]

Ray, Bob,

When the time comes you may want to contact Olav Berg (olber29@gmail.com) who occasionally posts here. He provided the Hazel Grouse feathers I use. Olav has some fine feathers for sale.

Cheers,
Hans W

Disclaimer - no commercial interest, just a satisfied customer

[letumgo]

Thanks Hans.