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cress bug

 
tied by sandflyx
Fly Type: General Freshwater,
Target Species: Trout,
Recommended Region: Northeast US,
Imitation: Shrimp/Prawns,
Material List:
Hook ----- curved # 12-16
Thread ---- red 8/0
Under body --- scud dubbing
Over body --- Skiltons cress bug yarn

Tying Instructions: 1 - cover hook shank with thread
2 - tie in skilton cress bug yarn
3 - Dub a plump under body with scud dub then pick out fibers on each side and bottom
4 - Pull cress bug yarn over top and tie off
5 - whip finish and go fish !
Presentation Tips: dead drift


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