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Blonde Macaw Loopwing

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Published on Feb 18. 2017 - 8 years ago
Updated or edited 8 years ago

Dry flies

The Sunriver Angler's Fly Tying Corner for this month features a Blonde Macaw Loopwing. This is a classic dry fly inspired by Andre Puyans. Give this pattern a try in your own vice.

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