Black Gnat

Invicta Flies - Black Gnat

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This favorite is good in all sizes, and can be hatch specific or general purpose. It's appeal probably stems from the strong silhouette created by the dark colors. Here I have substituted hen hackle tips for the wings, which will hold their shape much better than the traditional mallard quill segments.

Hook: Mustad 94840, #20-16

Thread: Danville Prewaxed 6/0 black

Tail: black hackle fibers

Wings: black hen hackle tips

Body: black beaver or mink dubbing

Hackle: black


	Invicta Flies - Black Gnat Fly Patterns ~ Helpful Information ~ Waters (photos) ~ Your Input ~ Home This favorite is good in all sizes, and can be hatch specific or general purpose. It's appeal probably stems from the strong silhouette created by the dark colors. Here I have substituted hen hackle tips for the wings, which will hold their shape much better than the traditional mallard quill segments. Hook: Mustad 94840, #20-16 Thread: Danville Prewaxed 6/0 black Tail: black hackle fibers Wings: black hen hackle tips Body: black beaver or mink dubbing Hackle: black