The GM (Griffiths Max)





The GM is tied as a larger version of the griffiths gnat to use as a search pattern in the warmer terrestrial months. Super simple to tie as the herl and hackle are spun together and wrapped. Very durable & over the past 2 years it has stayed in my box and done well.

Hook: Standard Dry #14
Thread: Black 8/0
Abdomen: Peacock Herl (2 strands)
Hackle: Brown #16

Wrap thread base, tie in herl and hackle above the point of the barb, spin with hackle pliers and palmer forward. I sweep the hackle back slightly between wraps.

A very simple but effective pattern.