Awesome Possum Caddis

Published on Oct 7. 2025 - 1 minutes ago
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Awesome Possum Caddis Fly..

Materials Used;
Hook, Fulling Mill Ultimate Dry size 16
Thread, F.Mill Tan 70 Denier Pro Thread Twisted
Tail, Veniards Nano Krystal Flsh Olive 3 Strands
Body and Under Wing ,Natural Possum
Wing, Elk Hair and F.Mill Pro Floss Flu-Fuchia
Horns, Whiting Coq de Leon Medium Pardo

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