Bodkin / Patterns

Serendipity

Nymph · Trout · Beginner · 4 versions

Classic Recipe

• Hook Curved nymph, 16-20
• Thread Red or brown 8/0

Materials

• Body Twisted Z-Lon or Antron (segmented)
• Head/wing Deer hair, clipped (stubby)

How to tie it

1. Twist Z-Lon into a rope, wrap segmented body around bend
2. Spin small deer clump, clip to a stub head
3. Whip finish

Other versions

3 more in the app: Classic Recipe (2), Bead Head, Beadhead.

Tying videos

• Serendipity — Tim Flagler (Orvis)
• Serendipity — Savage Flies (YouTube)
• Serendipity — Holsinger's Fly Shop (YouTube)
• Serendipity — FishTales Outfitting (YouTube)

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