flytire 0 Report post Posted May 15, 2022 Benn's Coachman Steelhead Hook - Gamakatsu T10-6H or equivalent Thread - Black. Tail - Crimson red hackle barbs Ribbing - Gold wire, counter wrapped Body - Peacock herl Throat - Brown hen hackle Wing - Red over white calf tail Coat head with uv resin John S. Benn of San Francisco, California, originated this pattern in the late 1800s. The original pattern had red and white goose quill sections for the wings. Fish Flies: The Encyclopedia of the Fly Tier's Art - Terry Hellekson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
