Fly of the Month
Fly of the month that’s included in the Windknots. Easier to find than searching the Windknot archive.
Fly of the Month – The Common Craw
Fly of The Month – Redfish Merlot
Fly of the Month – Lefty’s Craft Fur Shrimp – Tied by Chris Sumers
This simple pattern was developed by Lefty Kreh for bonefish but, it is also a productive pattern for most other saltwater coastal species along with largemouth bass and carp.
Materials:
Hook: Mustad 3407 DT or, similar saltwater hook, size 6 to 2
Thread: Flat Waxed Nylon, or similar, Tan or Brown Tail: Craft Fur, Tan
Eyes: Medium Bead Chain, Dumbbell Hourglass Lead Eyes or, Black Mono Eyes
Body: Craft Fur guard hairs, Tan or, EP Brush, Tan, ½ inch.
Weed Guard: Mason or, other stiff monofilament, 20- 30# – Optional
Tail Accent: Sharpie, Black, Brown or Red Head Cement or UV Resin
Fly of the Month – “750” Deceiver – By Lefty Kreh
The “750” Deceiver is a pattern originated by Lefty Kreh. It’s tied by Texas FlyFishers’ Chris Sumers. This pattern can also be found in the January 2018 Windknots.
Fly of the Month – Electric Smoke by Fred Hannie
This is the fly of the month that is included in the September 2017 Windknots.
Fly of the Month – August 2017- The Crazy Charlie
This is the fly of the month that is included in the August 2017 Windknots.
