Lindgren's Dark Nymph

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nfrechet
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Lindgren's Dark Nymph

Post by nfrechet » Fri May 20, 2022 7:28 am

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Lindgren's Dark Nymph

Hooks - TMC3761, DAI1560 or equivalent, sizes 12-16
Weight - Lead free wire (optional)
Thread - Black
Tail - Black hen hackle barbs
Ribbing - Heavy yellow thread over abdomen only
Abdomen - Dubbed with black rabbit fur
Thorax - Peacock herl
Legs - Black hen hackle barbs tied beard-style

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Re: Lindgren's Dark Nymph

Post by letumgo » Fri May 20, 2022 4:21 pm

I’d be tempted to use a hackle collar (360 degrees), instead of the beard. Not a criticism, just a style choice. Beautiful nymph.
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