Friday, September 27, 2024

Assassin

Assassin 

Hooks - MUS80500BL, MUS80501 BL, TMC7999, or DA12441, sizes 8-10

Thread - Olive

Ribbing - Oval gold tinsel

Body - Dubbed with a 50/50 blend of olive and brown lamb's wool

Hackle - Brown tied on as a collar and tied back

Wing - Small bunch of brown-olive Flashabou Accent tied over the body

Author's Note

Dale Lackey originated this pattern for late summer and fall runs.

Fish Flies: The Encyclopedia of the Fly Tier's Art - Terry Hellekson