Copper John

Hook:  1x or 2x long nymph hook, sizes 10-18 (I use a Tiemco 3761), weight optional
Head:  Gold bead (Cyclops or tungsten)
Thread:  Black, 6/0 or 8/0
Tail:  Brown goose biot or turkey biot, tied V-style
Abdomen:  Copper Ultra Wire
Wing case:  Pearl flashabou over Thin Skin (or turkey tail)
Thorax:  Peacock
Legs:  Hungarian partridge, tied divided style
 
For the finishing touch, use either a drop of 5-minute epoxy on top of thorax or UV Knot Sense (my choice).
 
This fly has proven quite effective during low water conditions on the White River.  I cast 45 degrees upstream and let it dead drift with a couple of line mends.  I use a low-profile strike indicator.  Most of my takes have happened downstream from my position.
 
Good Tying, Good Fishing & Good Luck!!!

Joe Bernstein

 

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