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Pearl & Orange Nymph

Nymph · Trout · Intermediate · 1 version

Reference Recipe

  • Hook Standard nymph hook (bead optional), 12-18
  • Thread Orange 8/0

Materials

  • Bead (optional) Gold bead (1)
  • Pearl tinsel / braid Pearl mylar tinsel (body)
  • Peacock herl Natural peacock herl (thorax)
  • Orange thread or dubbing Orange ice dub (hot-spot collar)

How to tie it

  1. Optionally add a gold bead, then start the thread and wrap a smooth base to the bend.
  2. Tie in pearl braid at the bend and wind it forward in touching turns to the 70% mark for a bright, flashy abdomen.
  3. Twist 2-3 strands of peacock herl and wrap a short dark thorax in front of the pearl body.
  4. Build a distinct orange thread (or orange dubbing) collar/hot spot just behind the eye or bead.
  5. Whip finish and cement; a coat of UV resin over the pearl body adds durability and shine.

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