With Spring just weeks away, it's almost time to break out the dry fly boxes. The Griffith's Gnat was created by one of the founding members of Trout Unlimited, George Griffith. Can be tied without a post, or with your colour of choice. For small midges and midge clusters, you can't go wrong with a Griffith's Gnat!
MATERIAL LIST
Hook: Daiichi 1180 - Size 14-22
Thread: UNI 8/0 - Black
Post: Hareline Para-Post - Fl. Orange
Body: Peacock Herl - Long
Hackle: Keough Half Saddle - Grizzly
Loon UV Clear Fly Finish - Flow
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