How to tie a Mercury Cased Caddis Variation:
This week we are looking at the Mercury Cased Caddis. A fly at this point that you may feel comfortable calling a classic. The version tied here is an updated modern take. Utilizing some of the innovative and unique materials by Firehole Outdoors, this fly is simple and deadly. It is an overweighted bug that is intended to be fished deep. It is perfect incorporated into a Euro style rig or under an indicator. This little fly pops thanks to the bug band and seals the deal with the natural Hare’s Ear Dubbing. The Firehole Mercury Cased Caddis is one of my favorite summertime caddis larva fly patterns.
Ingredients & Recipe
- Hook – Firehole 718 size 12 – 18
- Thread – Veevus 10/0 Chartreuse
- Body- Hairline Hares Ear Dubbing
- Beads-
- Hairline Tyers Glass Bead Silver Lined
- Firehole Plated Black Nickel Tungsten
- Firehole Bug Band Radiant Green
- Firehole Tear Drop Body
Tools Used
- Vise – Mongoose Vice
- Scissors – Dr. Slick Arrow Point
- Bodkin – Rising Stout Bodkin
- Whip Finish – Tiemco Midge Whip Finish
- Tool Kit – Loon Tool Kit
That’s a very clever way to stack up all those beads.