Ultra Wire, Small — Copper

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Copper John

First created by John Barr in the 1990s, the Copper John has become a favorite among trout fishermen and women. While wire of some sort remains a mainstay of its many variations, the other materials have been substituted almost as much as any other fly. Pretty much every color wire has been used for the

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Pheasant Tail Nymph

The Pheasant Tail Nymph is a classic and versatile fly pattern renowned among fly anglers since its creation by Frank Sawyer in the 1950s. Originating in England, Sawyer designed this pattern to imitate mayfly nymphs, a staple in trout diets. The fly features a slender body made from pheasant tail fibers, offering a lifelike appearance.

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Caddis nymph fly pattern

Caddis Nymph

This variation of a caddis nymph larva is a simple and fun fly to tie. Here I use bright green / chartreuse floss for the body, and use a couple different shades of permanent marker to create an ombre effect going from dark green at the butt to light green at the head of the

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Stimulator

One of the most fun dry flies to tie, the stimulator can represent anything from a stonefly to a caddis to a grasshopper. Originated by Randall Kaufmann, this fly can be tied in a variety of sizes and colors. Here we have a green body (though not very visible under the hackle) and an orange

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