Johnno, I really haven't begun to dive into the classic hook pool yet. My tying currently is using staple hooks for a purpose of either staying in the film or going a bit deeper with nymph hooks and copper wire ribbing to fish a bit deeper. I would love to sample some of the hooks but dont know what...

Messing around with some materials I have picked up recently. Somewhat inspired by our recent "Stripper Swap" for the striped body effect. The feathers and stems that I have dont show the contrast of those that some of the other members here use. Hackle/ Collar Whiting 4B Greenwells Hen Bo...

Now that's a winner. Beautiful tie Bill .

Thanks again Barry,

Barry, your Tup's blend arrived in my mailbox today. Many thanks for that. I'll post when I have an opportunity to do some tying.

Dave

Just Wow Karsten, I don't know what else to say. The fly, the photos, keep em comin. Thank you sir

Dave

Ok, so being a complete newby at stripped quills. They appear to be flattened somewhat. I have stripped a few at home and they seem to be very round at the tip flattening somewhat toward the tip. Here is a pic describing what I am seeing. It seems that toward the eye, the quill changes shape similar...

Bill , that is amazing tie. I love how all the materials complement one another. I can think of a few times , that fly would have cracked the code. Thank you for posting.

Dave

They show up fine for me in the link as well. Great photos Ray. Those smaller trout always seem to have a chip on their shoulders for sure. They are true acrobats as well.

Starling and Purple from last night on a size 14 mustard nymph hook.

Dave