Krampus

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At times you cannot be bothered with “pretty”, but you need a pattern which keeps floating…

Krampus
Hook: Tiemco 102Y #11-15
Thread: Benecchi 12/0, black
Body/head: Closed cell foam 2mm, dark green
Wing: Mallard drake copper throat
Hackle: Cree - trimmed below body

Cheers,
Hans W

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Very true indeed Hans, I notice you have used a slightly heavier hook here, taking advantage of the extra buoyancy in another way as well.

Cheers,
A.