COPPER JOHN
DESCRIPTION
For those that came of age (in terms of fishing) over the last 20 years it is hard to imagine a time when the Copper John didn't populate nymph boxes. It is the perfect fly in that it doesn't mimic one thing but represents many, and has a little bit of everything: a little flash, a little movement, a little weight. Sure, the Prince, Hare's Ear and Pheasant Tail have been around longer, but the Copper John deserves to stand with them on the Mt Rushmore of classic nymphs.
MATERIALS
Hook | Ahrex 510 |
Wire | .15 Non-Lead |
Bead | Tungsten - Size/Color of Choice |
Thread | Veevus 50D |
Tail | Biot |
Abdomen | Ultra Wire |
Wing Case | Magic Shrimp Foil |
UV Clear Fly Finish - Thin | |
Thorax | Peacock Herl |
Wings | Hungarian Partridge |