Perfect, thanks Monte.
On 12/31/07, Monte Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > When I saw Gary demonstrate the 'Double Magic' technique, here's what he > did: > > > > 1. Waxed his thread with a very tacky wax > 2. "Touch-dubbed" his antron blend dubbing to the thread > 3. Formed a dubbing loop > 4. Twisted the loop with peacock herl and wrapped it forward to > create the body. > > > > This was the basis of his Twist Nymph, and I've seen Paul Stimpson tie the > Enchanted Prince Nymph using the same technique. > > > > Gary later subbed pheasant tail fibers or ostrich herl to take the place > of the peacock for a variety of Twist Nymphs. The PT Twist Nymph in small > sizes makes a killer chironomid pattern, by the way. > > > > Hope this helps. > > > > Monte > > > > > > On Dec 27, 2007, at 2:46 PM, Lane McKellar wrote: > > > > Several years ago I learned to tie this fly and then quit tying it for > some odd reason and now can not remember the specifics to the technique. I > know that it is a LaFontaine fly but do not have any of his videos or books. > Is there anyone that could refresh my memory on how to tie this technique, > it would be much appreciated, a killer trout fly. I have google searched for > pattern and steps but can find nothing but the fly for sale. > > Thanks, > > Lane > > > > > > >
