Post by jdaly3247 on Nov 10, 2008 10:15:03 GMT -5
The Balmoral. I have had really good success with this fly on Elk Creek. I don't know what it is, the dark hackle, green/dark blue body or what, but the steelies crash this fly with aggression. This one was tied in hand without the aid of a vise, bobbin, etc. Just some tying thread, wax, scissors and hackle pliers. It's another obsession that I have. Everything has to be done in the fashion of the old masters.............I know, I'm sick. LOL! The hook is an antique Aberdeen. I have no idea how old this hook is. I skinned an antique and used the hook. Notice how rank the barb is on this little pig sticker. It's almost as long as the point!!!
