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Adult Midge Black Hopper

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Published on Jan 27. 2023 - 2 years ago
Updated or edited 2 years ago

Hoppers

Dubbing Mix..https://youtu.be/tlrD_ZJJ5iM
Materials Used;
Hook Fulling Mill All-Purpose Medium size 12
Thread, Uni-8/0 Black
Rib, Small Silver Tinsel
Body, Black SLF and Peacock Dub Green/Black
Legs, Black Pre-Knotted Pheasant Tail Fibres
Wing, White Cock Hackle Points
Hackle, Dyed Black Saddle Cock
Thorax, Same as Body

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