Cow Dung Variant

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Norm Frechette
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Cow Dung Variant

Hook - Sprite S2499 or equivalent, size 14-18
Bead - Black brass or tungsten
Thread - Olive
Ribbing - Red wire
Body - Tying thread or olive uni stretch
Thorax - Synthetic peacock dubbing
Hackle - Brown hen

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With all respect for a great tie, how is it a variant of the original Cow Doug Wet Fly? Maybe I'm getting old and don't appreciate nuances.
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i guess the only person to answer that question is Dr Eric Pettine
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Hi Guys, Eric Pettine wrote a 'River Journal; North Platte River.'

https://www.askaboutflyfishing.com/spea ... c-pettine/

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