Pheasant Tail Nymph (Sawyer)

Tail: 3 strands from a cock pheasant's tail feather

Body: Cock pheasant tail fibers counterwound with fine copper wire

Thorax: Fine copper wire

Wing Case: Cock pheasant fibers

Head: Fine copper wire

*Note: This pattern tied entirely with fine copper wire; no tying silk is to be used. This pattern developed by British River Keeper Frank Sawyer.