PEARL EMERGER

A great pattern that I have done absolutely nothing to adapt. Its originator is Rune Stokkebekk who is a renowned Norwegian fly tyer.

General

If you compare it to the Parasol Emerger you’ll see that they do compare. But this design is probably better and more fool proof. It floats a bit higher in the water compared to the parasol emerger, but I don’t think the fish really cares.

This is a go-to fly on emerging midges. Vary the tinsel to suit your religion and conviction, and you’ll soon be catching fish on midge hatches.

Instructions

Hook: Mustad C49S  – sizes 14-18
Thread: Benecchi 12/0 Black
Wing: Three natural CdC feathers cut to adjust length
Abdomen: Tying thread
Rib: Pearl tinsel
Thorax: Black seal fur

After finishing the abdomen, apply some bug bond and use the torch to create a shining effect.

Materials are listed in order of tying.

Fishing Tips

I primarily fish this as the only fly. Use a long leader – as thin as you dare go on the tippet size. Apply floatant only to the CdC. Let it drift freely or lie “dead” in the water.