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Fly Tying: Copper John Variant

4,764 views · Published 23 December 2013 · 11:41 · Indexed 25 September 2026

Channel: Tim Cammisa · 2013 · Sports

In this fly tying tutorial, I show an easier version of the fish-catching nymph, the Copper John. In this version, I incorporate some characteristics of the Pheasant Tail, ala Frank Sawyer, hence the more appropriate name may be the Copper John & Frank!

The pattern that I show is not the original; instead, this is a variant that will be easier for beginning fly tyers to tie. The body is over-sized and adds some additional weight to get the fly on the bottom immediately. Once familiar with the process and steps, feel free to move onto the actual pattern, found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMGE9FDw-X0

Thanks go out to Allen Fly Fishing for the use of the W501BL 1xl nymph hook; this is a great hook for this nymph and many more. Be sure to check out their great website: http://www.allenflyfishing.com/w501bl-wet-fly-nymph-1xl-barbless/

Thanks for viewing this YouTube fly tying tutorial, and I encourage you to view my additional videos at the following website: http://www.troutandfeather.com

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Fly Tying: Copper John Variant

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