Orvis UK

Black CdC

$1.75

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Description

A best seller. Called the Fratnik Midge after its inventor Marjan Fratnik, it is now referred to as simply the "F Fly". It has a wing of CDC feathers which have natural buoyancy. It is a versatile pattern and can be used to imitate small sedge, olives or midges.

Specifications

Category

Dry Flies

Sink Rate

floating

Target Species

trout

Techniques

casting

Water Column

surface

Action

dead-drift

Conditions

clear water, low light

Field Notes

A buoyant dry fly pattern for trout fishing when fish are feeding on small insects. It works well as a delicate presentation on calm water or during light surface activity, and can imitate midges, olives, or small sedges.

Pros

  • Natural CDC wing gives excellent floatation.
  • Versatile imitation for multiple small insect hatches.
  • Simple, effective dry fly pattern.

Cons

  • Small fly can be hard to see on the water.
  • May require floatant and careful presentation.

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