{"product_id":"klinkhammer-klink-black","title":"Klinkhammer Dry Fly Black","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Klinkhammer Dry Fly Black is a highly effective emerger style pattern designed to sit with the abdomen below the surface film and the hackle\/post visible above it. This natural positioning closely imitates an insect in the act of emerging, making it particularly effective when trout and grayling are feeding just under the surface rather than taking fully formed adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Klinkhammer Special was developed in 1984 by Dutch angler Hans van Klinken. His concept was to create a fly that accurately represented insects trapped in surface tension during emergence. The black variation offers a strong silhouette and clear outline, especially in overcast weather, shaded water or late evening conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark body enhances visibility from below, creating a bold profile that fish can easily identify. As a result, the Klinkhammer Dry Fly remains a reliable and versatile emerger pattern, suitable for both rivers and stillwaters whenever fish are keyed in on hatching insects.\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\u003eKlinkhammer Dry Fly Black \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Antron Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Cock Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorax - Peacock Herl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWing - Multiyarn White\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\u003eKlinkhammer  Dry Fly Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerger Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to imitate insects caught in the surface film during hatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Visibility Post\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes it easier to follow the fly in broken water or glare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong Silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark body creates a clear outline in low light or coloured water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Dress The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKlinkhammer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply Floatant To Post \u0026amp; Hackle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightly treat the post and hackle before fishing to maintain buoyancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep The Abdomen Untreated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid applying floatant to the lower body so it can sit naturally beneath the surface.\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\u003eKlinkhammer Dry Fly Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpstream Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast upstream to rising fish and allow a drag free drift through the feeding lane. The partially submerged abdomen is central to the fly’s effectiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Feeding Lanes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus on glides, pool tails and current seams where trout and grayling intercept emerging insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Light \u0026amp; Dull Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black body performs particularly well in evening sessions or cloudy weather when fish rely on silhouette and contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Klinkhammer imitation combines innovative emerger design with dependable performance, making it a valuable addition to any trout or grayling fly selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Hook 14","offer_id":56451767763268,"sku":"K0214","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hook 16","offer_id":56451767796036,"sku":"K0216","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/KlinkhammerDryFlyBlack.jpg?v=1773775082","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/klinkhammer-klink-black","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}