About the Black Gnat Trout Fly

The black gnat has had a home in fly boxes for well over 100 years. It is annually a proven success right through the season. The naturals land on the water either after mating or are blown there, so the trout young and old are used to seeing this 'pattern' float by!

Expert Tip:

The black gnat is an imitation of a wide number of naturals that are very similar to us fishermen and luckler for us the Trout.

Creator of this trout fly: Anon

Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey

Country of origin for this trout fly: England/Scotland

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams, Still Water fish

Dressings

• Original suggested tying
• Hook : 14 - 16
• Tying Silk : Black
• Body : Black tying silk
• Wing : White or pale blue dun hackle fibres. Hackle points where possible
• Hackle : Black cock