Capt. Paul Junk Yard Dawg
This pattern was designed like so many others to fill a perceived void in
a given situation. As a shallow water fisherman who fishes the sand flats
around bay and bayous I wanted a pattern which would present a different
sight pattern from the rear, to stalking fish. Thus the desire for the upturned tail
and flat underside. [Ed. note: though designed as a saltwater fly, try this for
bass of all sorts where crayfish are present. Might be terrific in lakes for
large fish as well.]
Materials
Hooks: Mustad 34007, Size 2.
Thread: Flatwaxed or UniThread 6/0, white.
Eyes: Lead or Brass painted for contrast 5/32in.
Tail: Krystal Flash - Pearl.
Calf Tail - Tan.
Hen Saddle Hackle - Tan.
Body: Estaz, ButterRum and Fl. Orange, and
Saltwater Saddle Hackle.
Originally published October 16, 2000 on Fly Anglers Online by Jim Birkholm.