Pluche

One for winter grayling


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Pluche
Hook: Tiemco 102Y #15-17
Thread: Benecchi 12/0, red
Hackle: Whiting Coq de Leon hen, medium pardo
Abdomen: Tying thread
Thorax: Chenille, black


Cheers,
Hans W

Hi Hans,
Enjoyed the pattern book "365"......

Hans,
Do you find the CDL hen easier to work with than hun, would it be a good substitute?
Thanks,
Jeff

Hi Jeff,

No, it is not a good sub for Hungarian partridge - no distinct mottling, much finer taper in the barbs - but it is a superb hackle in its own right, very easy to work with and very versatile. It is also one of the 'steals' in present day hackle.

Cheers,
Hans W

I really like the simple elegance of your flies Hans - also enjoying your "365" book!

Thanks for sharing,

Cliff