{"product_id":"pheasant-tail-wets","title":"Pheasant Tail Wet Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pheasant Tail wet fly is based on the well known imitation developed by Frank Sawyer during the mid-20th century on the Hampshire Avon. Designed to imitate natural nymphs in the simplest possible way, it quickly earned a reputation for catching fish without the need for flashy materials or complicated tying methods; something that still holds true today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wet fly version keeps that same natural look, offering a slim, subtle profile that works especially well on clear rivers and pressured stretches where trout and grayling can be wary. Rather than matching one exact hatch, it gives the impression of a range of small nymphs and emerging insects, making it a reliable choice when fish are feeding steadily below the surface. Whether fished alone or as part of a traditional team of wets, it’s a straightforward, honest pattern that belongs in any fly box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8290635f-7fff-be72-a869-37def2d56ce4\"\u003ePlease note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePheasant Tail Wet Fly Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Species - Trout \/ Grayling \/ Sea Trout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail - Hen Cape Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Cock Pheasant Tail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib - Copper Wire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Hen Cape Brown\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\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish the Pheasant Tail Wet Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcross \u0026amp; Down Swing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast slightly across and downstream, then allow the current to tighten the line naturally. As the fly swings and lifts, it suggests an insect rising toward the surface, often triggering confident takes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDead Drift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA strong method on chalk streams or steadier glides. Fish it upstream and let it travel naturally with minimal drag, keeping the presentation simple and controlled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop Dropper Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal on the top dropper of a multi-fly cast. A gentle lift into the hang or slow retrieve can bring the fly toward the surface film, imitating an emerging nymph and encouraging takes from following fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 12","offer_id":56432351576388,"sku":"W15212","price":0.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 14","offer_id":56432351609156,"sku":"W15214","price":0.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/PheasantTailWetFly.jpg?v=1773662487","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/pheasant-tail-wets","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}