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THE DOG NOBBLER

History

This fly is now over 21 years old and still brings in the fish when all else fails.

The Pattern

Hook: Size 10 or 8 short shank

Head: Split Shot or Gold Bead...Lead shot to be painted all black then add eyes on either side in gaudy colours.

Thread: Black

Underbody: n/a

Tail: Marabou of various colours normally the same as the body

Body: Chennile the same colour as the tail

Rib: Silver or Gold lurex

Hackle: Usually the same colour as the body but instead of just a head hackle tie in a cock feather at the tail and use it as a body hackle to imitate fins on a small fry etc.

 

A favourite colour Dog Nobbler especially for the start of the season. Note the colour of the eyes painted on with Nail Varnish.

 

 

 

Orange Dog Nobblers are great for overcast days and when lake visibility is low due to weed growth or general murkiness.

 

 

 

This Olive Dog Nobbler catches well throughout the season...It's very similar to my all time favourite..the Wiggle Nymph

 

 

 

Conclusion

A great fly...not one to be missed from anyone's flybox however purist you think you are. It can be a great thrill when a trout gives a shock take and storms off down the lake.

 

 

This page was last updated on Tuesday, April 3, 2001

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