Alexandra

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Johnno
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Alexandra

Post by Johnno » Sun Sep 11, 2016 5:22 am

Very much an oldie from later 1800's Great Britain. I've tied this as a streamer more than a wee wet, but what is size at the end of the day....

I intend to use this in the coming spring weeks for some of my local esturine browns.... I see no reason why they won't take it...

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Re: Alexandra

Post by tie2fish » Sun Sep 11, 2016 6:44 am

Really nice tie, Johnno. I seem to remember a story that this pattern was so effective that it was outlawed on some waters, but I can't remember where this supposedly took place.
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Re: Alexandra

Post by letumgo » Sun Sep 11, 2016 8:17 am

One of my favorites. I love this pattern, but have never been able to tye it as well as your example. Superbly done.

This pattern makes a nice "killer" streamer too, if you want a larger version.
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Re: Alexandra

Post by hankaye » Sun Sep 11, 2016 8:41 am

Johnno, Howdy;

Absolute stunner!

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Re: Alexandra

Post by redietz » Sun Sep 11, 2016 9:52 am

Johnno wrote: I've tied this as a streamer more than a wee wet, but what is size at the end of the day....
I think the fly was always intended to be a "fry" pattern, so whether it's tied on a long shank hook or a standard length, it's a streamer either way.

Nicely done.
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Re: Alexandra

Post by DOUGSDEN » Tue Oct 04, 2016 9:06 pm

Johnno,
I was wondering when this venerable pattern would "come around" the forum? I am glad you brought it to us! Your tying is exquisite and the proportions are spot on! It is a beauty and this gets my streamer juices flowing!
What else do you have to share with us? We'd really like to see more of your stuff!
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