Keep the gill tuft thin, a small wisp at the front
Keep the gill tuft thin, a small wisp at the front
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Tying and Materials
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Keep the gill tuft thin, a small wisp at the front
How to do it: Keep gill tufts thin, as a small wisp at the front
Mistake it fixes: Using thick gill tufts
Why it works: Thin gill wisps imitate gills naturally without bulk. Thick tufts look unnatural.
When it matters most: Fly tying, gills