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Rocky Maley: Gold Purpy

Trout and Steelhead Patterns • 12m

RECIPE:

Hook: 3/0 Allen Jackson eyed hook
Thread: Black
Body: Purple Berlin Wool
Rib: Gold Tinsel
Hackle: Bronze Tip Rooster Coke
Wing: Bronze mallard

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