These are two classic streamer patterns from the 1920's. The first is easily recognized, the "Gray Ghost" created by Mrs Carrie Stevens of Upperdam Maine in 1924. It is a represenative pattern of the smelt which inhabits the deep lakes of Maine, and was a primary food source of brook trout and salmon.
This streamer continues to take its share of fish.
Another classic pattern is the "Dr. Burke" This pattern was created by Dr. Burke of New Jersey in 1927. It was first used on the Kennebago in Maine.
Dr. Burke is also known for his illustrations of the flies in Ray Bregman's book "Trout"
Brt Trt, nice post & beutiful photos of some classic streamers.
ReplyDeleteNice thoughts to start my day.......DRYFLYGUY
So cool.Dr Burke?! Flyfisher,tyer,artist..Your historical input and streamers are awesome...Thank you
ReplyDeleteDRYFLYGUY,
ReplyDeleteThanks. I'm glad you can take some simple beauty and use it to brighten a day.
Herringbone,
Thanks, and your wekcome. The good doctor did have many talents.
Good timing...heading up to Rangeley this weekend
ReplyDeletebeing a history buff I am starting to get into the history of patterns and fly fishing as a whole. Great post!!
ReplyDeleteNice lighting on those streamers, really makes the colors stand out..
ReplyDeleteJeff,
ReplyDeleteI wish I were with you. It must be close to ice out.
Dustin,
Thanks. The streamer patterns of those early days are soaked wih wonderful histories.
penbayman,
Thanks
Those streamers look like masterpieces. Just the right amount of flash mixed with nice subtle soft colors to match. Look out brook trout and salmon their coming to get you! Great pics and I am continually inspired by the wonderful variety of streamers...Thanks
ReplyDeletePretty wild man Pretty wild!
ReplyDeleteTrout Magee,
ReplyDeleteThanks. At times the flash gets them and times the realistic color does the job.
Bigerrfish,
Thanks.