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Troutsman Hex Variant

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A variant of a large American Hex mayfly pattern that has a couple of unusual techniques that can be easily adapted for tying Danica and Vulgata patterns.

Hook: Mustad R43 # 8
Thread: Dyneema
Wing: Calf tail
Body: Buck tail & elk or deer hair
Tail: Pheasant tail
Hackle: Coachman brown & Silver badger

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