Where it begins...a couple of drawers of saddle hackles, and some thread, hooks and Jungle Cock. My thoughts on streamer construction. I love tying the old classics but my love is the creative style I focused on as a tyer just starting. I was asked to tie flies at a show in Danbury CT a long time ago. I was seated next to a fellow who just loved tying outlandish flies. His creations were an inspiration to me and put me on a path to streamer creating.
You see here two different saddle hackles which are the base of a creative streamer. Along with the saddle hackle is a Jungle Cock feather. It is here where the creativity comes into play.
When those six basic feathers mix with a few others as well as a good hook come together to form a "featherwing" streamer fly.
Another group.
And the result of some additional feathers and materials and a streamer that is not only pleasing to look at but also a pattern that will attract those autumn salmonids.
With my second cup of Java finished I will head downstairs to fix a wonderful breakfast.
Happy Fathers' Day....
Happy Father’s Day to you also Allen.
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It was a great day. Enjoyed beyond belief.
Alan
ReplyDeleteHappy Fathers Day to you as well----you know how I admire all the streamers you tie-----they are beyond fantastic!!! Thanks for sharing
Bill Trussell
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Bill I can attest to your fondness of feather wing streamer flies.
Those streamers are beautiful! It almost seems like a shame to fish them.
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Shawn beauty with a purpose. How are you coming with your tying?
Although my family may be concerned by deliveries of fur and feathers, I am enjoying my fly tying efforts and have proved that my less than perfectly proportioned flies can still fool some fish. Some rain would certainly help the streams but it looks like it will be at least a week before we get anything substantial.
DeleteShawn, always remember that every fly has it's day. Some of the worst concoctions have taken fish. Keep at it and in the back of your mind as you wrap threat and feather to keep it simple.
DeleteAlan
ReplyDeleteThat combination of feathers looks great
Good to be reading and learning from your posts again
Happy day too!
Humberto
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Humberto some subtle colors found in nature with a splash of flash.
Hi Alan
ReplyDeleteThose streamers certainly are something else, the ingredients are so simple yet the results are spectacular!
Take care and stay safe
Alistair
Alistair
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Alistair your spot on. With exception of the Jungle Cock nails the other materials are available and not costly.