About the Red Palmer Trout Fly
The Red Palmer is a classic fly pattern with origins dating back to the 1700s in England. Renowned for its versatility, it can be fished both dry and wet, making it a valuable addition to any angler's collection.
It is excels when the trout are smutting on the rivers and streams, and is also used with great success as a top dropper on still waters.
Incorporating the Red Palmer into your fly box equips you with a time-honoured pattern that has stood the test of time, offering versatility and effectiveness across various fishing environments.
Expert Tip:
This is a very old pattern and is very similar to the Soldier Palmer.
Dry Fly Use: When fished dry, the Red Palmer floats on the water's surface, imitating adult aquatic or terrestrial insects, making it enticing to trout feeding on the surface.
Wet Fly Use: When fished wet, it can mimic emerging insects or drowned terrestrials, appealing to fish feeding below the surface.
Top Dropper: Utilise it as a top dropper in a team of flies to increase your chances, especially in still water conditions.
Creator of this trout fly: Anon 1700's
Tier of this trout fly: Mandy Shelvey
Country of origin for this trout fly: England
This trout fly is designed to be fished on Dams & Reservoirs, Rivers & Streams, Still Water
Pattern Dressings
- Hook : 10-12
- Body : Red seal's fur or wool
- Rib : Gold tinsel
- Hackle : Palmered natural red cock
Partridge L3B Captain Hamilton Dry Fly Up Eye.
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