Orvis UK

Stoat's Tail

$3.65

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Description

The Stoat's Tail or Black Bear Double Hook Salmon fly is a very effective solid, dependable, traditional salmon and sea trout pattern. This fly derived its name from the fact that it was first winged with the black tip of a stoats tail, now dyed buck tail is preferred.

Specifications

Category

Salmon Flies

Target Species

salmon-steelhead

Techniques

casting

Conditions

current, low light

Field Notes

A traditional salmon and sea trout fly for swinging through runs and pools. It is a dependable pattern for presenting in moving water, especially when fish are holding in classic salmon lies.

Pros

  • Traditional, proven salmon pattern
  • Effective for salmon and sea trout
  • Simple, dependable profile

Cons

  • Requires fly-fishing setup
  • Best suited to moving water rather than stillwater

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