About the Francis Black Salmon Atlantic Fly
The Black Francis fly pattern is an unusual looking fly.
It is said to resemble a shrimp, and can be an extremely lethal fly when fishing Atlantic Salmon.
It is a "must have" in your flybox if you wish to fish Atlantic salmon in Iceland and Scotland; it has also gained much popularity in Patagonia region of Argentina and Chile.
Expert Tip:
Francis fishes best in slow moving water and in eddies.
It is very effective with Atlantic Salmon when fished across using short, jerking pulls.
A good selection of small Francis is a must when fishing low waters.
Country of origin for this salmon atlantic fly: Iceland
This salmon atlantic fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams
Dressings
- Hook : Longshank trebles eg. Esmond drury
- Feelers : Stripped cock hackle Stalks
- Tail : Brown calf, tied all round shank
- Body : Black wool
- Rib : Gold tinsel
- Body Hackle : One black or red cock Hackle palmered up body
- Head : Bright yellow silk
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