Non-Typical Solutions Report post Posted May 31, 2011 Back in the 70's my dad and I did alot of fishing on the backside of Big Lake. My favorite fly we used to call it a brown wooly with a gold band. Surfing on the internet I can't seem to find anything that really looks like it. Am I using the wrong terminology?? Anybody out there who ties flys interested in making me a dozen? Not sure of the hook size, but it measures about an inch and a quarter. Would love to get my hands on some, I have a bet going with my son, he thinks I am just telling old fishing stories. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Millhouse Report post Posted May 31, 2011 I was always taught those were Woolly Worms, but have had more luck with Wooly Buggers myself. All my tieing stuff is packed away from the move, or I would be willing to help you out. Sorry man. I have seen them sold at Sportsmens before years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted May 31, 2011 Wooly Worms seem to be a staple fly. I have had best results with all black or black and grizzly, or with peacock herl body, but now prefer the Wooly Bugger. I did not see one listed for sale on a quick gooogle search like the one you showed in the pic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted May 31, 2011 The fly shop at Hon Dah has a really good selection of flies. I'm sure you could get a variety of woolly worms and wooly buggers there on your way to the lake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billrquimby Report post Posted May 31, 2011 All my fly-tying gear is in Tucson, and I'll be in Greer until about the last week of July, or I'd make you some. The woolly worm is among the easiest of flys for a beginner to tie. Why not stop by a tackle shop and buy an inexpensive vise, bobbin, hooks and what you need, and ask someone to show you how it's done. At today's prices for hand-tied flys, you'll save money on your first dozen or so. It is not difficult at all. You should need only ten minutes or so of instruction. Bill Quimby Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lance Report post Posted May 31, 2011 My son can tie some for you if you like. Lance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Non-Typical Solutions Report post Posted May 31, 2011 All my fly-tying gear is in Tucson, and I'll be in Greer until about the last week of July, or I'd make you some. The woolly worm is among the easiest of flys for a beginner to tie. Why not stop by a tackle shop and buy an inexpensive vise, bobbin, hooks and what you need, and ask someone to show you how it's done. At today's prices for hand-tied flys, you'll save money on your first dozen or so. It is not difficult at all. You should need only ten minutes or so of instruction. Bill Quimby When I was a teenager I did tie a bunch of my own stuff, and I still have a vise somewhere out in my shop. Really boils down to time for me, guess I was just being lazy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Non-Typical Solutions Report post Posted May 31, 2011 My son can tie some for you if you like. Lance Lance, If that is something your son is interested in let me know what you need from me to get him started. If I could get a dozen tied up that would take care of me for a while. Thanks for responding so quickly everybody..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lance Report post Posted June 13, 2011 My son can tie some for you if you like. Lance Lance, If that is something your son is interested in let me know what you need from me to get him started. If I could get a dozen tied up that would take care of me for a while. Thanks for responding so quickly everybody..... We're on it! just get me your address. Lance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WadeNAZ Report post Posted June 14, 2011 Great Fly! one of my favorites in the White Mts. I would also use the same fly except with a red tail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D.F.M. Report post Posted June 15, 2011 P.M. sent good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
