Heckham Peckham

This well known fly was first used for catching sea trout on the Scottish east-coast rivers. It is a proven sea trout favourite and is not too bad for catching rainbows and browns too.

Dressing

Hook:               Size 12, 10 or 8.

Tying Silk:       Black.

Tail:                 Golden pheasant tippet.

Body:               Red wool or seal's fur ribbed with silver wire.

Hackle:            Dark brown hen.

Wing:               White-tipped mallard drake.

Head:               Black varnish.