{"product_id":"griffiths-gnat","title":"Griffith’s Gnat Dry Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Griffith’s Gnat Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a pattern that provides a convincing representation of a midge struggling to emerge from the surface film. It is particularly effective during mild, sunny spells when midges hatch in numbers and trout feed steadily just beneath or within the surface layer. The peacock herl body creates natural iridescence, while the grizzle hackle gives the fly buoyancy and subtle movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA key reason for its effectiveness lies in how the fly sits high on the water. The tips of the hackle fibres touch the surface lightly, creating small contact points that resemble the footprint of a real insect. This life like surface disturbance can be enough to trigger takes from selective fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to trout, Griffith’s Gnat also makes an excellent grayling pattern, particularly outside the main trout season when grayling continue to feed on midges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGriffith’s Gnat Dry Fly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody – Peacock Herl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle – Cock Grizzle Palmered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Silver Wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead – Black Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook – Barbless, Mustad of Norway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Species - Trout \u0026amp; Grayling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGriffith’s Gnat Dry Fly?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerging Midge Imitation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffectively represents midges trapped in or emerging from the surface film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Floating Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle fibres create surface “footprints” that enhance realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeason-Long Versatility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for trout from early spring through autumn and effective for grayling beyond the trout season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Prepare The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGriffith’s Gnat Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply Floatant To Hackle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightly treat the hackle to maintain buoyancy and surface position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Overloading The Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep floatant minimal on the body to preserve a natural profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry Between Casts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse amadou or desiccant powder if the fly absorbs water during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGriffith’s Gnat Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunny Hatch Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish during bright or mild spells between March and October when midges are actively hatching. Present the fly to rising trout with a drag free drift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDead Drift in Calm Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget smooth glides, pool tails and stillwater margins where midges gather. Allow the fly to sit naturally on the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Grayling Tactic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutside the main trout season, fish it slowly in steady currents for grayling, particularly when small midges are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGriffith’s Gnat remains a dependable and adaptable dry fly, offering realistic surface presentation and consistent results whenever trout or grayling are feeding on midges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 14","offer_id":56448921403716,"sku":"D20314","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 16","offer_id":56448921436484,"sku":"D20316","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 18","offer_id":56448921469252,"sku":"D20318","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/Griffith_s_Gnat_Dry_Fly_close_up.jpg?v=1773483019","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/griffiths-gnat","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}