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Beatis Quill Nymph

 
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Fly Type: Nymphs,
Target Species: Trout,
Recommended Region: Northwest US,
Imitation: Mayflies,
Material List: Hook: TMC 3967 #14-16
Thread: Black UNI 8/0
Tail: Hen neck Hackle fibers
Body: white or honey quill
Wingcase: pheasant strip
Thorax: Peacock Herl

Tying Instructions: Tie in thread.

Wind thread to the back of the hook shank and tie in tail fibers.

Tie in quill.

With the tying thread, make a smooth and tapering underbody.

Wrap quill up the shank, making a trim quill body.

Secure quill, and tie in the pheasant fibers.

Tie in herl, and make thorax.

Pull wingcase over the thorax and secure.

Whip finish and laquer.
Presentation Tips: General nymph techniques