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Pheasant Tail Flashback (Sawyer)

$1.45

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Description

A variation with modern materials of the original Sawyers Pheasant Tail which is probably the most well known nymph pattern the world over, effective for both Rivers and Stillwater's.

Specifications

Category

Nymphs

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse

Water Column

bottom

Action

subtle drift

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

A classic mayfly nymph pattern for fishing subsurface in rivers and stillwaters. Drift it dead-drift under an indicator or as part of a nymph rig when trout are feeding on insects near the bottom.

Pros

  • Highly effective, proven nymph pattern
  • Works in both rivers and stillwater
  • Natural profile with added flash

Cons

  • Small fly can be hard to see
  • Best used with proper nymph presentation

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