Primrose Baetis Fly Tying Tutorial

By The Fly Smith
May 5, 2026

Materials List
Hook: Ahrex FW531 size 16
Thread: TheFlySmith 6/0 traditional
Tail: Pheasant tail
Legs: Partridge
Resin: UV Craft
Rib: Small UTC
Dub: Fulling mill Superfine Tools: TheFlySmith

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