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Hexagenia - William Blades


Tied by: Glenn Birtwell

Hexagenia - William Blades
Extended Body

This is a William Blades version of the Hexagenia from his book Fishing Flies and Fly Tying. Markings can be added along the top of the body if desired

Hook: Mustad Up Turned Eye  Size 10 - 14
Extended Body:  30 lb Monofilement
Biody:  Cream Raffia
Wings:  Cream Hackle Tips
Hackle: Cream Variant


I tied this fly to reflect the above fly I collected on the Wood River on June 11, 2012.
Blades Hexagenia