Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear

It is designed to sink quickly to the desired fishing depth, making it suitable for various fishing situations. Here’s a more detailed description of the fly:

1. Hook: The fly is tied on a barbless jig hook, which has a 90-degree bend near the eye. This design helps the fly ride hook point up, reducing the chances of snagging the bottom or getting tangled in weeds.
2. Weighted Head: The Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear features a weighted head made of tungsten. The tungsten material is dense and heavy, allowing the fly to sink rapidly. The weight also gives the fly a jigging action when retrieved, making it more enticing to fish.
3. Body: The body of the fly is created using Hare’s Ear dubbing. The dubbing is usually a blend of natural hare’s fur fibers, which provide a realistic and lifelike appearance. The dubbing is often mixed with various shades of brown, gray, and sometimes olive to imitate the natural coloration of nymphs.
4. Ribbing: Some variations of the Tungsten Jig Hare’s Ear may include a ribbing material. Copper wire is commonly used as a ribbing material, which not only adds durability to the fly but also creates segmented markings, resembling the natural segmentation found in nymphs.
5. Tail: The fly may have a short tail made of fibers from a hare’s mask or synthetic materials like pheasant tail fibers. The tail adds additional lifelike movement and helps balance the fly’s overall profile.

Overall, the Tungsten Jig Hares Ear is a versatile and effective fly pattern for nymph fishing. It is commonly used in trout and grayling fishing, but it can also attract other species that feed on nymphs.

The weighted head, realistic body, and lifelike movement make it a go-to choice for anglers targeting fish feeding near the bottom of the water column.

Usually available in the following color variations:  Black | Brown | Dark | Natural | Olive

Usually available in the following hook sizes: 12 | 14 | 16 | 18