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Dubbing brushes and hackle brushes are used in various fly patterns. They are a way to add a lot of bulk to large flies, such as game changer or salt water flies. But their use is not limited to large flies . Using the dubbing loop technique, small dubbed fly bodies are also easy to form. No matter the pattern or size, they all have one thing in common. You need a dubbing spinner. Read More
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Improved Montana Stonefly
The Montana Stonefly is one of the first stonefly patterns taught to beginning fly tyers. Originally the fly was tied with chenille for a body. The improved version uses wool yarn and a better imitation of a real stonefly. I have modified the pattern to use biot tails.
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Polish Hand Stripped Quills
The herl in and just below the eye of a peacock feather can be used to form the segmented body of small flies. The quills are flat and distinctly marked giving the fly a realistic abdomen. You can easily make your own. However, if you don’t want to or don’t have the time, they are available commercially.
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