Tying an Octopus with Martyn White (wet fly)

Another cracking wetfly from Stan Headly, the Octopus is an absolute;y deadly wet fly that is full of life and movement. Ideal for loch style fishing. To support the channel and be eligible for giveaways head to https://www.patreon.com/flickingfeathers and become a patron or support through paypal.me/flickingfeathers
Materials list
Hook: kamasan b420 10-12
Thread: Black uni 8/0
Body: Olive Green seal fur
Body hackle: Ginger cock
Rib: Oval gold tinsel
Head hackle: Small golden pheasant red breast feather

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