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PopularBH Pheasant Tail Fly Assortment, 12-Pack, Sizes 12-18
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- Item weight
- 9.07 g
Quick take
An assortment of hand-tied pheasant tail nymphs in four sizes, a proven pattern for trout streams year-round.
A dozen bead head pheasant tail nymphs in gold, three each in hook sizes 12, 14, 16 and 18. The spread of sizes lets a trout angler match small to mid-sized insects without buying separate packs. Each fly is tied on a J-style hook, a handy set for nymph rigs or a dry-dropper setup.
Best for
- Drift fishing under indicator in streams and small rivers
- Nymph anglers who want a proven pattern without tying their own
- Trout fishing where aquatic insects dominate the drift
Skip if
- You fish only with dry flies or streamers
- You prefer synthetic or beadhead patterns over traditional pheasant tail
Strengths
- Pheasant tail is a classic pattern effective season-round for feeding trout
- Hand-tied construction is tighter than machine-made, lasting longer through fish
- Size range from 12 to 18 covers most drifting situations from spring through fall
Trade-offs
- Pheasant tail is an imitation, not a specific insect; works through pattern recognition
- 12 flies is enough for a few days but not bulk practice or tournament fishing
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Fly fishing
Specifications
| Type | nymph fly |
|---|---|
| Count | 12 |
| Sizes | 3 each of 12, 14, 16, 18 |
| Hook brand | Mustard |
| Tie | Hand-tied by professionals |
What can I catch with this?
- Trout
When and where to fish it
Its gold pattern flashes in stained and tea-colored water and on dark days.
- Clarity
- Stained
- Light
- Overcast
- Low light
About this type
A lure is an artificial bait that draws a strike with its shape, color and movement.
Each kind is built for certain depths and ways of fishing.
Weight decides how far a lure casts and what rod and line it needs; color changes how visible it is in the water.
Facts
| Pack count | 12 |
|---|---|
| Color | Gold |
| Color family | Gold |
| Target species | Trout |
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