About the Gravel Bed (variant) Trout Fly
A good variant of Alfred Ronalds original 'Gravel Bed' - that still works well after it's concept 160 years ago.
Expert Tip:
"This fly kills well in May; weather bright, clear water, and when no other fly will raise fish. Some prefer the brightest outside (scapular) feather of a woodcock's wing; and the same feather to make it buzz. The silk for the body should be most repulsive, ashen, liver hue you can find".
Aldfred Ronalds Fly-Fishers Entomology 1836
Creator of this trout fly: John Veniards ?
Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey
Country of origin for this trout fly: England
This trout fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams, Still Water fish
Dressings
- Hook : 12 - 14
- Thread : Black
- Body : Dark quill from stem of a peacock tail
- Wings : Grizzle cock hachke tips
- Hackle : Black cock's long in fibre
The wings are tied flat over back
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