Mayfly Spinner

Published on Feb 4. 2019 - 6 years ago
Updated or edited 6 years ago

This Wally wing mayfly is a semi-realistic spinner, that is fun to tie for those of you that enjoy this type of pattern. Not only a good looking fly but also a great fishing fly! Don't be fooled by the delicate looking wings, they are surprisingly robust.

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