The Brassie is a simple, and simply deadly, fly. Traditionally thought of as a midge pupa or caddis larva imitation and tied for trout, this fly's most important attribute is its ability to sink quickly through the water column and get down to the where the fish are.
Fly Tying Midge Patterns - Simple!
Joe Cornwall shows us how to tie this classic midge pattern in this short fly tying video tutorial. One of the best things about tying midge patterns and the Brassie in particular is they are so quick and easy to tie. Don't be fooled by the simple appearance of the Brassie Q - it is a highly effective midge pattern. Sometimes the simple things in life are best!
Fly Tying Midge Video Gallery
To make it easier for you to find the fly pattern you are looking for we are organizing our fly tying video collection by fly type including nymphs, emergers, midges, soft hackles, dry flies, streamers and egg patterns. Not all the galleries are up and running just yet but we're working on it. Check them out and let's us know what you think.
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