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  1. 07-10-2019, 01:26 PM #1
    ScottP
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    Default Betters Haystack







    Fran Betters’ precursor to the Comparadun and Sparkle Dun.


    hook - WFC Model 3 #12
    thread - UTC 140 fluoro orange
    tail - deer hair
    body - dubbing Australian possum
    wing - deer hair

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  2. 07-10-2019, 07:02 PM #2
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    ScottP,

    What a beautiful tie. That one and the Usual are two of my favorites for small brooks.

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    I like it!
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    Love that fly!!
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    Probably would handle a #10 beadhead dropper and still float. Nice fly.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marco View Post
    Probably would handle a #10 beadhead dropper and still float
    Mark,

    I like your optimism.

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