Description
The creation, with simple materials such as a pinch of fur and a feather or two, of the artificial fly holds a fascination for most fishermen. This beautifully illustrated collection brings together fly patterns from all patterns of the world, from Iceland to Australia. The selection balances well known, popular patterns with those that are less familiar and contrasts classic, traditional fly patterns with new ones which use the latest in modern materials.
This completely revised collection of international patterns provides the fly-tyer with a guide to tying artificials for all types of fish in various locations. It is also an invaluable reference book for all fly-tyers and fisherman.
What the Book Includes
400+ fly patterns depending on edition
Colour illustrations for each fly
Patterns from many regions worldwide
Both classic traditional flies and modern designs
Book Contents
Introduction
Hook Size Charts
Materials and Basic Fly-Tying Information
Dry Fly Patterns
Gnats
Ants
Craneflies
Quill flies
Mayflies
Drake flies
Caddis flies
Bees
Grasshoppers
Beetles
Moths
Special Dry-Fly Series
Mostique flies
Slovenica series
Carniolica series
Wet Fly Patterns
Coachman flies
Partridge flies
Cowdung flies
Burlap flies
Taddy flies
Traditional European Patterns
The Valasesiana
The Ossolina
Additional Fly Categories
Nymph patterns
Lures and streamers
Salmon and sea-trout flies
Pattern Reference Section
Materials lists for each fly
Dressing instructions
Colour illustrations of each pattern
