About the Hessian Nymph Trout Fly
The Hessian Nymph can be leaded, but fishes best mid-water and retrieved very slowly. Excellent alternative to Hare's Ear.
Creator of this trout fly: Gary Coxon
Tier of this trout fly: Gary Coxon
Country of origin for this trout fly: England
This trout fly is designed to be fished on Dams & Reservoirs, Rivers & Streams, Still Water
Pattern Dressings
- Hook : Size 12 - 14.
- Thread : 8/0 Black Uni.
- Tail : Pheasant tail fibres.
- Underbody : Lead wire (optional).
- Body : Hessian string dubbing (Type used by gardeners).
- Thorax : Hessian string dubbing.
- Rib : Fine copper wire.
- Wing Case : Pheasant tail fibres.
- Legs : Partridge breast feather fibres.
Create the hessian string dubbing by brushing out with a wire brush. Although very coarse it spins very tight if used in a dubbing whirl.
Varnish the wing case when the fly is complete.
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