Black and Orange

This fly seems to work best in its larger sizes. It has been responsible for the downfall of many big fish on the rivers of North Wales, and it fishes well on a sunk line when takes come at the tail of a pool.

Dressing

Hook:               Size 10 or 8.

Tying Silk:       Black.

Tail:                 Golden pheasant tippet.

Body:               Orange seal's fur or substitute ribbed with copper wire.

Hackle:            Black cock.

Wing:               Bronze Mallard.

Head:               Black varnish.