OK, Buckle up for this one... As you know, I like to overcomplicate flies from time to time and this one is really no different. Full disclaimer, I know that this fly would be just as effective if it were tied with more simple legs and wing case, but I wanted a functional art project with all the bits and pieces. I describe this as "Chaotic Symmetry" in that the fly has a proper thorax, abdomen, legs, antenna, wing cases etc... BUT the wing cases are tied in crooked on purpose and the legs have knotted joints to imitate movement. At the end of the day, you should have a very proportionate fly that still looks like it lives on the wild side. Also, check out the polish weave on the body of this fly to find another fun technique that translates across many fly patterns. Happy tying!
Material List
Hook: Fulling Mill 5155 Tactical Big Bug Non-Reflective Black Hook - Barbless - 4
Hook (Alternate): TMC 200R Hook - 4 - 25 Pack
Thread: UTC Ultrathread 140 Denier - Black
Thread (Alternate): Semperfli Classic Waxed Thread - 6/0 - Black
Bead: Plummeting Tungsten Beads - Classic Colors - 3/16" (4.6mm) - Black Nickel
Weight: Lead Wire - 0.015
Weight 2 : Lead Wire - 0.02
Weight 3: Lead Wire - 0.025
Tail / Legs: Fulling Mill Flex-Floss - Black
Tail / Legs (Alternate): Fulling Mill Flex-Floss - Brown
Body: Dirty Bug Yarn - Black
Body (Alternate): Dirty Bug Yarn - Mottled Chironomid
Body 2 : Dirty Bug Yarn - Mottled Olive
Body 2 (Alternate): Dirty Bug Yarn - Dark Olive
Underbody: UNI UnDerBody White
Dubbing 1 : Fulling Mill ECO Warrior Dub - Black
Dubbing 1 (Alternate): Hareline Dubbin - Black
Dubbing 2: Fulling Mill ECO Warrior Dub - Rusty Orange
Dubbing 2 (Alternate): Hareline Dubbin - Rust
Dubbing 3: Fulling Mill ECO Warrior Dub - Olive
Dubbing 3 (Alternate): Hareline Dubbin - Olive Brown
Dubbing 4: Fulling Mill ECO Warrior Dub - Pepperbox
Dubbing 4 (Alternate): Hareline Dubbin - Dark Hare's Ear
Wingcase: Fulling Mill Scud Skin - Large 8mm - Black
Wingcase (Alternate): Fulling Mill Scud Skin - Large 8mm - Brown
Resin: Solarez UV Cure Resin - Thin Hard 1/2 oz
Resin (Alternate): Solarez UV Cure Resin - Medium Hard 1/2 oz
Adhesive: Fly Tyer's Z-Ment
Adhesive (Alternate): Zap-a-Gap Brush-On Super Glue
Materials & Alternate Materials Listed Below
