{"product_id":"hairy-mary","title":"Hairy Mary Double Hook Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hairy Mary Double Hook Fly is a long established and highly respected pattern in sea trout and summer salmon fishing. Tied on a quality double hook, this version offers improved balance and stability in the current, helping the fly track correctly through deeper pools and steady glides. The added strength of the double hook provides reliable holding power when connected to powerful fresh run fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognised for its dark body and vivid blue hackle, the Hairy Mary creates a strong underwater silhouette. The contrast between black and blue gives the fly a subtle attractor quality, while the mixed bucktail wing produces natural movement as it swings across the current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pattern is particularly effective during low light periods and at dusk, when sea trout begin to move and feed more confidently. Its slim yet lively profile allows it to fish at the correct depth without excessive drag, making it suitable for both rivers and larger spate systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNB This fishing fly is barbed.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHairy Mary Double Hook Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook Type - Double Barbed, Mustad of Norway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail - Crest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Floss Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Gold Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Cock Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWing - Bucktail Natural mixed with Yellow Bucktail\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\u003eTarget Species - Sea Trout\/Salmon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHairy Mary Double Hook Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable In The Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble hook construction helps the fly swim straight in stronger flows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Colour Contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack body and blue hackle create a defined underwater outline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Seasonal Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective for sea trout and summer salmon in a range of water levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish The Hairy Mary Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvening Swing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast across and slightly downstream and allow the fly to swing naturally through the pool as light fades. Sea trout often respond confidently at dusk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled Deep Arc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn higher water, fish at an angle and let the fly sweep steadily across the current, maintaining tension throughout the drift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduce Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd short pulls during the swing to make the bucktail flare and the hackle pulse, encouraging reaction takes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Water Salmon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse during summer conditions when a smaller, balanced profile is needed to tempt salmon in clear flows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hairy Mary Double Hook Fly remains a dependable and traditional sea trout fly, valued for its movement, contrast and consistent performance in both low light and summer river conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 8","offer_id":56461200064836,"sku":"S2088","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/HairyMaryDoubleHookFly.jpg?v=1773750887","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/hairy-mary","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}