Ida May

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nfrechet
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Ida May

Post by nfrechet » Sun May 22, 2022 1:55 pm

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Ida May

Hooks - MUSR72, TMC5262, or DAI1710 or equivalent, sizes 6-12

Thread - Black

Tail - Dyed dark green grizzly hen hackle barbs

Ribbing - Peacock herl. Reverse wrapped with fine gold wire

Body - Dubbed with black rabbit fur

Legs - Dyed dark green grizzly hen hackle tied on as a collar and tied back

Charlie Brooks originated this pattern.

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Re: Ida May

Post by letumgo » Sun May 22, 2022 8:37 pm

When looking at the picture, I was thinking the body was all Peacock herl. After reading the recipe I noticed the black under body, with herl rib. I bet this pattern looks even better in bright light.
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Re: Ida May

Post by RickA » Mon May 23, 2022 7:33 am

I'll bet Ida May looks even better in the jaws of a steelie.
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Re: Ida May

Post by DOUGSDEN » Tue May 24, 2022 6:20 am

Wonderful pattern Norm! The colors Ida May's dress are fantastic! The whole package is just right in my minds eye! Great for you-know-who's in certain small, still waters close to my house!
Keep it up Norm! Great work!
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Re: Ida May

Post by UC Steve » Tue May 24, 2022 9:51 pm

Nice tie. In 'Nymph Fishing For Larger Trout' Brooks indicates that this one fishes for green drake. It is a very good drake emerger.
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