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The Partridge and Olive was one of the favorite patterns of now deceased Jack Gartside. It is a good suggestive pattern for both emerging caddis and mayflies. It is suggested that it be tied on short to medium length hooks for caddis and medium to long for mayflies.
Hook: | Fine wire, Daiichi 1150, TMC 3769 or equivalent; sizes 14-18 |
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Thread: | Olive 6/0 |
Thorax: | Hare's Ear or gray squirrel dubbing. |
Rib: | Thin gold wire (optional) |
Body: | Olive Thread |
Hackle: | Hungarian partridge (one, but no more than two turns.) |
Head: | Hare's Ear or gray squirrel blend. |