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Jig Head Shrimp (Gammarus)

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Published on Jan 12. 2022 - 3 years ago
Updated or edited 3 years ago

Jigs

Scud flies

Shrimp flies

Materials Used;

Hook, Fulling Mill 5045 Jig Force size 14
Thread, Uni-8/0 Grey
Legs, Grey Partridge Fibres
Rib, Silver Wire
Back, Anti-Static Bag cut to 3mm Wide
Body, Grey Rabbit Mixed with UV Hare's Ear Diamond-Brite or something similar..
Eyes, 12lb Clear Nylon

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