Fly Tying: Copper John

The copper John is an extremely versatile pattern. You can tie it in a myriad of colors simply by changing out the color of wire. My favorites are Copper, Amber, Purple, Chartreuse, Red, and Brown. Though there are many more colors that I'm sure work.

Materials used in the video:
Hook: size 14 2XL Nymph Hook
Bead: 2.4mm Tungsten Gold (Yes I really like this fly heavy)
Lead: .015 Lead wire
Thread: Danville 70 Denier Flymaster Plus
Tail: Brown Goose Biots
Abdomen: Copper Wire ( Size: Brassie)
Flash: Mirage Tinsel Opal (Size: Medium)
Wing Case: Black scud Back (Size: 1/8 inch)
Thorax: Peacock Herl
Legs: Partridge
Resin: Loon UV Resin Thick

Music by: Jason Shaw
Song: Solo Acoustic Guitar

[JWolfy]

subscribed right after i saw you start the thread without clipping any tag end. well played sir.

[davidmartin]

Good looking fly and great explanation 🤜🤛

[dfisher]

Many thanks friend, first class tying and step by step instructions 🎣🎣👌👌

[jameshenderson]

You are certainly good at tying flies and making a video clip on how to do so. Very much appreciated.

[grahamhunt]

Nice tie. I like the attention to the taper and keeping it smooth for good copper wraps. Very Davie McPhail.

[mikekuczynski]

Nice job, when I tie a bunch of these I just do as you do with the partridge except don’t strip the feather just pull the fibers back tie in the legs trim them then use the remainder of the feather for more legs I can usually get at least three sets out of a feather . When John brought this fly out it was and still is a game changer . Your version looks great .

[PiscatorFlies]

Chimo! Great job on the tutorial Skylar. I've been enjoying your great video and calm instruction. I also like the way you start your thread without leaving a tag. It saves you an extra cut and a little less wasted thread.

[PinkBlondeBarbiexo]

best copper john i have seen ...i cant ever get those damn wire wraps perfect

[tonycampanelli]

Skyler - One of the best Copper John videos out there. My only request - a materials list either written or spoken as you go. Hook choice, sizes, etc.

[Brian-fuum]

Thanks Skyler - really good presentation and videography :-)

[NewEnglandStreamers]

Well tied, a must have for any fly box!
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[jim_cathymcclendon]

Thank you very much, I’m just starting to learn how to tie flies and this was very helpful.

[larryelkington]

Great tie, the copper John is an awesome pattern. Thanks for the easy to follow instructions.

[rogerthompson]

You do a wonderful job of tying a difficult fly. Well done!

[chrisremster]

I enjoy the way you tie this pattern. I don't use scud back however. I feel like Mottled Thin Skin in natural works great and I also put the mylar under the thin skin. Adds just a touch of shimmer. Another great pattern and tightlines!!

[Stp]

I really like that technique for the legs. I've been doing it the hard way and kept thinking "There has to be a better way".

[abefrohman]

Great tie. Always entertaining to watch you in action.

[DylanWOWilliams]

Pretty sure this is my favorite nymph.

[frankwilliams]

Excellent technique. I learned a lot from this video.

[jimholland]

Nicely done, on my way to make one good technique👍