This is a commercial tie. It is meant to be a chironomid-midge pupa pattern. I think the abdomen here has a unique look (underwrap of silver tinsel and overwrap of black vinyl wrap). The tail and gills are a white antron-synthetic fiber. The wingcase (over top of thorax section) is a black material that could be any flexible-stretch material. It could be a clear material and darkened with black permanent marker. The thorax is the ever wonderful peacock herl. It could also be Peacock Ice Dub, chopped fine and dub. The bead is a silver bead. The hook appears to be a 200R or similar straight eye hook (as opposed to the more frequent down eye). The hook is a size 14. So, that abdomen of silver tinsel and black vinyl ribbing is my favorite component of this fly.
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Chironomid~Nymphal Imitation


I haven’t, but will keep my eyes open now that you have brought them to my attention.
Thanks!
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I like the idea for the abdomen. A tinsel base with a vinyl D laced over it is a great idea that I am going to have to try this winter. Thank for sharing!
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Critter….curious if you follow Winona Fly Factory and Rougfisher. I believe they are both up in your area..or close enough to be of interest.
Gary/SB
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