Tying videos are back! This week, we tie up a classic Jack Dennis attractor pattern, perfect for summer dropper setups capable of holding the largest of flies. Colour and material options are truly endless. Have fun and happy tying!
MATERIAL LIST
Hook: Daiichi 1710 - Size 6-12
Thread: UTC 140 - Cream
Body: Hareline Thin Fly Foam 2mm Foam - Brown
Rubber Legs: Hareline Medium Round Rubber - Brown
Hackle: Keough Saddle - Brown
Dubbing: Hareline Ice Dub - Golden Brown
Flash: Hareline Krystal Flash - Root Beer
Wing: Hareline Elk Hair - Natural UV Resin:
Loon UV Clear Fly FInish - Flow
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