This simple to tie fly is a variation of the classic hare’s ear nymph. When tied on a jig hook this fly bounces the bottom with fewer snags.
Tying the Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear Nymph
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This a variation of the Hare’s Ear Nymph tied with a tungsten bead on a jig style hook. The addition of a partridge soft hackle, this fly has plenty of movement in the water. Great for traditional, czech, spanish, or french nymphing styles. Tie in sizes 10-16
Materials for the Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear Nymph
Purchase Materials to Tie this Fly – Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear Nymph
- Hook: Syndicate Nymph Midge Emerger Hook Black CH400BK size 10-16
- Bead: Slotted Tungsten Beads Gold sized to match hook
- Thread: UTC 70 Denier Tan or Brown
- Tail: Partridge Feather Fibers
- Ribbing: Small Gold Oval Tinsel or Gold Small Wire
- Abdomen: Hare’s Mask Dubbing Natural Color
- Thorax: Hare’s Mask Dubbing Natural Color
- Hackle: Partridge Feather