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Possie Bugger

Streamer · Trout · Smallmouth Bass · Intermediate · 1 version

Note: This recipe has not been verified against a documented source, or disagrees with one. Treat the materials and steps as unconfirmed.

Classic Recipe

• Hook Jig hook, 12-16
• Thread Olive 8/0

Materials

• Bead Slotted tungsten (1)
• Tail Marabou tips (short)
• Body Possum dubbing (rough)
• Rib Fine wire (spiral)
• Collar CDC or partridge (1-2 wraps)

How to tie it

1. Slide bead on jig hook
2. Tie in short marabou tail
3. Tie in wire
4. Dub rough possum body
5. Wrap rib
6. Add soft hackle collar
7. Whip finish

Tying videos

• Possie Bugger — Umpqua Feather Merchants (YouTube)
• Possie Bugger — Charlie's Fly Box (YouTube)
• Possie Bugger — Little Alamance Creek Family Nature Club (YouTube)
• Possie Bugger — Michael Frank (YouTube)

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