Two Bit Hooker
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Probably one of the heaviest small nymphs you can fish. With two tungsten beads, this will sink to where the fish are instantly. Great for fast moving water or deep pools. A great lead fly as well to get an unweighted trailing nymph down as well. Originally tied by Charlie Craven @CharliesFlyBox this has become a very popular fly for western fisherman. I am sure I did not do the fly the justice it deserves as it is quite difficult to tie. Really this is not the easiest fly to tie and will take you a few tries to get it right. Funny how I will tie many in a row decently, then I get on camera and the mistakes start stacking up. That's what happened here. But you all learn from my mistakes as much as my wins. So hope this video helps you all.
If you would like to watch Charlies video on this fly, check it out here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nA0rLYflU5I
Materials
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Hook: Risen 2488 (size 18) -
Beads: Risen Tungsten (size 2.0, Gold) -
Thread: Veevus 10/0 (olive/brown) -
Tail/Legs: CDL Hen Saddle (mottled chartreuse) -
Wing Case: Pearl Tinsel (med) -
Dubbing: UV2 Diamond Brite (BWO color) -
Resin: Solarez Medium Viscosity -
Tools
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Vise: Renzetti Traveler - https://amzn.to/3sEJhJE
Bobbin: Stonfo Bobtec - https://amzn.to/2YWOf39
Scissors: Risen Mitton Scissor - https://www.risenfly.com/collections/fly-tying-tools-and-accessories/pro...
Whip finisher: Dr. Slick brass - https://amzn.to/2tGYwDW
Fly Tying Bench: Oasis Walnut Compact Bench - https://www.oasisbenches.com/oasis-benches/compact-bench/
UV Light: Solarez UV Cure (high output) - https://www.solarez.com/product/uv-cure-flashlight-high-output/
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