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Appetiser Fly

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About the Appetiser Trout Fly

Bob Church created this fly nearly 40 years ago in the early 70’s and it is still a very popular lure and general attractor which has over the years proved to be a successful killing pattern.

It works well when fished close to the surface as an imitator of fry. A silver or brass head can also be added for those times when the fish are down deep.

Creator of this trout fly: Bob Church

Tier of this trout fly: 0903

Country of origin for this trout fly: England

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Dams & Reservoirs, Still Water

Pattern Dressings

  • Hook : 6-12.
  • Thread : Black.
  • Tail : A well mixed bunch of silver mallard breast feathers, dark green and orange hackle fibres.
  • Body : White chenille.
  • Rib : Oval tinsel, silver.
  • Beard Hackle : A well mixed bunch of silver mallard breast feathers, dark green and orange hackle fibres.
  • Wing : White marabuo.
  • Over wing : Natural squirrel hair.
  • Head : Build up of tying thread.

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