Flash Back Pheasant Tail Nymph
There are numerous variations of this pattern.
The Pheasant Tail nymph is one of the most useful nymph patterns. Rainbows and Browns love them because the nymph imitates a wide range of naturals. Mayflies, caddis, midges and damsel flies are all suggested by this pattern.
Hook | Kamisan B175 #12 & #14 or TMC 3769 #10-18 |
Tail | Fibres from pheasant tail |
Gold rib | Copper wire |
Body | Pheasant tail fibres over lead wire |
Wing Case | Pheasant tail fibres and flash back |
Thorax | Peacock herl or hares fur or copper wire |
Head | 2.8mm gold, brass or glass bead – optional extra |
Legs | Hackle or pheasant tail fibres |