Usk Naylor - tied by Hans Weilenmann

Usk Naylor (a.k.a. Usk Nailer)
Hook: Kamasan B175 #12-14
Thread: Pearsall's Gossamer #8 (purple)
Hackle: Andalusian Blue hen (or dark dun)
Tail: Bronze mallard barbs
Tag: Tying silk
Rib: Wire, fine gold
Body: Bronze mallard barbs
Pattern: Traditional, Fly: Hans Weilenmann
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[@HansWeilenmann]

Thanks Bert.
Cheers,
Hans W

[@seanmooney3907]

I am endeavouring to tye with so few turns of the thread. I am far from there yet, but Lord willing I have time. All the best, Sean

[@greghammack529]

Like this fly. I hate, tend to find myself wasting a lot of material. Quite a simple, surprisingly exquisite pattern. Thanks

[@goodfly1]

very nice ,well tied

[@ToxicFlies13]

That purple looks sharp

[@MOGGY7912]

great pattern

[@BertBrehm]

As pretty as they get. And a master class in thread usage -- nary an extra turn to be found.

[@HansWeilenmann]

Steve,
Purple is called for in this pattern, so yes, subbing red or yellow would make it a Variant.
Cheers,
Hans W

[@HansWeilenmann]

Thank you kindly ;-)

[@minaviladas2855]

Very nice pattern. What brand is that fine gold wire you use for this pattern?