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Lately I've been on a Clyde pattern kick, I'm putting a small box together comprised of a couple standard Clyde patterns. Here's one of the pattern's that made the cut.

This is the Hen Blackie, an imitation for the Dark Olive.


This fly is a staple in the early season for Scottish anglers, and I can see why. Hell, I'd use it every outing. I'm partial to waxed primrose and this pattern just does it for me. Enjoy!

Nicely done! That sure is a pretty little pattern. Striking with the black hackle.

I agree and can see that working all year. Our high elevation fish would love it.

That is simply excellent, Eric. Everything just right.

Looks good to me. What is the wing?

Immaculate dressing. I drift that in a heartbeat!

William Anderson wrote:Looks good to me. What is the wing?

Waterhen. Since hen blackbird is impossible to find. I don't know if it's a viable sub but, it'll still fish I'm sure.

Not bad at all from such a young man. When you have left kindergarten you will be a mean tyer.

For blackbird sub, look here: http://www.flyhookfiller.se/flugbindnin ... 7-110.html

He also has old stock condor and heron, natural and dyed, but I don't know if you are allowed to have that in US.
If somebody needs help with translation on that site, just send me a PM.

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Thanks Stefan.

That is beautiful. I'm embarrassed about that wrough looking "thing" I posted last!!
I can only cast a green eye and dream....

Stefan - Thank you very much for the link. I bookmarked it for future reference, and started a shopping list (materials and hooks). This shop carries some hard to find items.