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CDC Frenchie

Nymph · Trout · Grayling · Beginner · 2 versions

Classic Recipe

  • Hook Jig hook, 14-18
  • Thread Brown 8/0

Materials

  • Bead Slotted tungsten (1)
  • Tail CDL (sparse)
  • Body PT fibers (wrapped)
  • Rib Copper wire (counter)
  • Hot spot Pink ice dub (small)
  • Collar Natural CDC, split-thread (1 turn)

How to tie it

  1. Standard Frenchie construction
  2. Add one turn of split-thread CDC behind the bead
  3. Whip finish

Other versions

1 more in the app: Fly Fish Food Tie.

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