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Veverka's Mantis Shrimp

Step by step instructions for a very effective flats fly. Tie these in a range of sizes and colors to suit your target species and locations.
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Materials Used
Hook: Saltwater size 8-1/0
Weight: bead chain-dumbbell eyes
Tail: Craft fur
Antenna: Crystal flash
Eyes: Burnt mono
Rostrum: Rabbit fur
Legs: silli legs
Body: Dubbed craft fur
Weed guard: hard nylon

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