Publisher's Synopsis
Deer hair is one of the most versatile and universal fly-tying materials, yet learning how to work with it effectively can be one of the most challenging aspects of fly tying. In this book, Jacob covers techniques for deer hair as well as other hollow hairs for a wide variety of fly pattern styles, ranging from trout flies to bass flies and floating flies to subsurface offerings for fisheries across the United States.
The core of this book is comprised of many step-by-step tying tutorials covering not only key fly patterns and techniques but also tools and materials, parachutes and posted wings, working with biots, weed guards, and fundamental hair work such as spinning, flaring, stacking, shaping, and trimming. In addition to techniques for patterns for moving and still water, the author includes a generous dose of fishing anecdotes featuring the patterns, imitation tips, and critical observation from his years of experience on the water.
