Which would you like in a swap?

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Which would you like in a swap?

Post by Liam » Mon Mar 09, 2009 9:03 pm

I am tying flies for a swap here in Maryland. The theme is flies that can be swung- so softies and flymphs fit right in. I want to do a take on a classic that I haven't seen yet, so I thought I would get everybody's opinion. The first is a little more lightly dressed, the second is just a bit more. Which one would you like to receive in a swap? I would love to hear your preference for your waters! As always, comments, criticism, and insight are appreciated.

March Browns
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by narcodog » Mon Mar 09, 2009 9:23 pm

No.2 I like the tales.
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by letumgo » Mon Mar 09, 2009 9:33 pm

#2...love the tail...
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by Soft-hackle » Mon Mar 09, 2009 10:11 pm

I usually do not tie tails on my wingless wets, however I do like the look of #2 much better.

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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by redietz » Tue Mar 10, 2009 12:04 am

Soft-hackle wrote:I usually do not tie tails on my wingless wets, however I do like the look of #2 much better.
What he said.

Also, since my waters are your waters, if you're going to imitate one of our March Browns, I'd go a hook size or maybe even two larger. (I did actually see a few March Browns on the GP last year.)
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by Ron Eagle Elk » Tue Mar 10, 2009 12:07 am

Add another vote for the second fly.
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by cholcomb » Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:09 am

I like the second as well.
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by Johnno » Tue Mar 10, 2009 3:31 am

Either would be fine by me. Both would work equally well.
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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by John Dunn » Tue Mar 10, 2009 9:01 am

I like the first fly, not quite so busy. IMHO

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Re: Which would you like in a swap?

Post by tie2fish » Tue Mar 10, 2009 12:35 pm

Liam - I also like #2 better, but won't be at all disappointed with either when I open my G.F. swap bag ... Bill
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