The Copper Lager

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The Copper Lager nymph got it’s name because of it’s appearance. However, it has stayed in my box since last spring because it caught fish. Gets to the bottom, swims when drifted under an indicator and fishes as a small streamer as well. I like to fish this pattern with an egg as a dropper.

Tying the Copper Lager

Hook: 3x Long Nymph
Bead: Copper Tungsten
Thread: 6/0 Black
Tail: Tan Marabou
Abdomen: Amber Body Glass
Hackle: Furnace Hen
Collar: Rusty Brown Ice Dub

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Nice tie, Ralph. What size works best for you? I bet those browns on Pine Creek will eat that.
Bruce

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Bruce, I tie it in a #14. I have done will with it on Fishing Creek and the Breeches.