United Fly Tyers of Rhode Island, Inc.
Black Gnat Wet Fly
Tied by: Richard Buckley
Hook: Std Wet Fly hook 10-16
Thread: Black
Tail: Red hackle fibers
Butt: Red floss
Body: Black dubbing
Hackle: Black hen feather
Wings: Natural duck quill
The Black Gnat is a traditional wet fly I like to tie and fish on a swing or a down and across method. It's very effective early in the season as a searching fly when there are no hatches or rising fish showing. The floss and quill wings make this a very delicate fly but I will show you ways to make it more durable.
