Blue Jay Matuka

Published on Oct 23. 2017 - 7 years ago
Updated or edited 7 years ago

Blue Jay Matuka Fly…

Materials Used;
Hook, Classic Lure size 8
Thread, Uni-8/0 Black
Rib, Oval Silver Tinsel
Body, Black Chenille
Wing, Dyed Black Hen and Blue Jay
Hackle, Dyed Black Hen
Eyes, Jungle Cock

Originator

Davie McPhail

Originator's web site

http://www.fullingmill.co.uk/?fmprompt=false

Red Tag Palmer

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Materials Used;
Hook, Classic Lure Size 8
Thread, Uni-8/0 Black
Rib, Oval Silver Tinsel
Body, Black Chenille
Wing, Badger Hen or Cock
Hackle, Badger Hen

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