Today Bruce Berry joins us at the Caddis Fly Shop to tie a staple fly in every saltwater fly angler’s box. A variation on a Christmas Island Special he picked up from his favorite guide there, this fly is simple to tie, requires few materials, and is absolutely deadly. Tie some up, book a trip to the salt, and have at it.
Justin and I got to talk with Bruce for awhile after he finished tying the flies, and it really seems like this is one of the most versatile saltwater flies you can put in your travel box. He spoke very highly of the guide from Christmas Island who he tied the fly with during his last trip down there, and Eketi swears by the fly. I’ll definitely be whipping some up myself for future saltwater trips!
Materials for Fly #1:
Hook: Tiemco 800S #8
Eyes: X-small Lead eyes
Thread: 6/0 Tan through the body, 70D
Danville Shell Pink
Tail, Body, and Wing: UV Tan Krystal Flash
Wing: Finn Raccoon, Tan, Ginger
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Materials for Fly #2:
Hook: TMC 800S #6
Eyes: X-small Lead eyes
Thread: 6/0 Tan through the body, 70D
Danville Shell Pink
Tail, Body, and Wing: UV Tan Krystal Flash
Wing: Craft Fur, Sand
Materials are available at https://www.caddisflyshop.com/
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