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| The Boss |
Bead
chain segments are primarily used for double eyes on flies.
They are also called dumbbell eyes, and help the fly sink better.
Cutting them, however, can turn them into flying missiles if you
don’t control their flight. This can waste time so here’s an easy
solution. Find a zip-lock bag large enough to accommodate your hands
and a cutting tool. This will allow you to see the cuts while the bag
collects and stores the beads.
The
Boss fly was developed by Grant King and was used to catch Steelhead
on the famous Russian River in northern California. It’s also
effective for salmon.
Materials
to tie The Boss
Thread:
Orange 3/0
Tail:
Black calftail
Tinsel:
Silver oval
Body:
Black chenille
Hackle:
Orange
Head:
Dumbbell eyes
In
order to secure the dumbbell eyes, figure eight them tightly with the
thread at least seven or eight times. Then wiggle them with you
fingers to be sure they are tightly secured. If not, tighten them up
with a few more tight wraps.
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