Iain, I have long clear polar bear, which is probably pretty similar when stranded. But I would like to try the clear stallion, as the underbody could really be played with then (and I could save my PB for better uses). On your recipe, I would do everything but the varnishing. These Potts weave flies feel really different with the loose weave hair.
Did you get the photo of the shark-fly? DonO ----- Original Message ----- From: "iain short" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > DonO > as you are playing with horsehair, have you ever tried using clear white > stalion tail as an over body wrap. > > hook - 12 to 14 down eyed > tail - 3 blue dun fibers > body - yellow silk with middle 1/3 bright red silk, overwound with touching > turns of clear white stalion tail, and clear varnished. > hackle 1 or 2 turns of soft blue dun hen hackle > > PS can you send me the link for your shark fly > > iain
