About the Mallard and Claret Trout Fly

Mallard and Claret has proved is worth as a great all purpose wet fly. Although its at it best when used on the lochs of Ireland or Scotland, many angler has reaped the benefits when this pattern on river and streams. There are many variations of the tradional mallard series but the claret is without doubt the most effective.

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Creator of this trout fly: William Murdoch

Tier of this trout fly: Paul Strasman

Country of origin for this trout fly: Scotland

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

Dressings

• Hook : 10 - 14
• Silk : Black
• Rib : Oval gold
• Tail : Golden pheasant tippets
• Body : Claret seal's fur
• Beard Hackle : Black cock hackle fibres
• Wing : Bronze mallard

Paul Strasman has dressed his Mallard and Claret to suit in the local Irish loch style.