About the Dark Sedge Trout Fly

The dark sedge is effective during July through to October. This is a pattern that is superb from dusk to dark, it also does work in daytime with success Harry Powell the creator of the fly was a barber from the Usk valley, a well know fly tier and fly fisherman in the 1920's.

Expert Tip:

Harry's haircuts are a thing of the past, but not his Dark Sedge.

Creator of this trout fly: Harry Powell

Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey

Country of origin for this trout fly: Wales

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams

Dressings

• Hook : 12 - 14
• Thread : Black or dark brown
• Body : Natural quill from peacock 'eye' feather
• Palmered hackle : Natural red cock
• Wing : Dark speckled hen wing
• Hackle : Natural red cock

The Hackle is tied in front of the wing Partridge L3B Captain Hamilton Dry Fly Up Eye