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Avian Stonefly
Tied by Duane Hill
  • Thorax Ribbing: Grizzly hackle
  • Hook: Mustad 9672 size 8-12 or equivalent
  • Body: Peacock herl
  • Tail: Pheasant tail
  • Abdomen: Pheasant tail
  • Tying Instructions
    This really is a simple fast stonefly that works well. Begin by tying in the tail. Don't cut the pheasant just yet. I recommend making a peacock herl brush of three to four strands. Tie in at the base of the tail and wrap forward. Pull pheasant forward to form back. Tie in some more peacock herl and grizzly hackle. Wrap the herl forward and then palmer the grizzly over the herl. Tie off and whip finish. Trim the grizzly hackle to be about 1/16-3/32 of inch long. Lacquer head.
    Duane Hill
    United States

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