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Claret Possum Shuttlecock Variant

Posted on: July 22, 2024 July 22, 2024
Author: Julian Tapping
Categories: Fly of the Month, The Fly Box
Tags: emergers, mayfly

The Claret Possum Shuttlecock Variant is Paul Fedeles’ adaptation of the original Claret Shuttlecock fly, renowned for its effectiveness and simplicity. The original Claret Shuttlecock, crafted by Craig Coltman, has earned high praise for its versatility and reliability in various fishing conditions. Read More »

Bead Head Hastings River Mayfly

Posted on: November 23, 2020 December 2, 2020
Author: Julian Tapping
Categories: The Fly Box
Tags: dry flies, freshwater fly, mayfly

Materials

Hook: Size 14 2X Nymph Hook
Thread: Black 14/0
Bead: Tungsten Mottled Olive 5/64 (any dark color Ok)
Tail: Olive Green Dyed Pheasant Tail Fibers. (Any dark PT Ok)
Body: Olive Green Dyed Pheasant Tail (same)
Rib: Extra Small Copper Wire
Wings: 4 strands of Semco Fringe Shimmer White (Spotlight) or single stand of flash
Thorax: Reddish Brown, Olive Brown or Chocolate Brown Hares Ear (any dark OK)
Hackle: Black CDC Feather.