Pheasant Tail Nymph
Frank Sawyer's classic. The nymph that catches trout everywhere.
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About this fly
The Pheasant Tail Nymph is arguably the most effective trout nymph ever created. Simple, sparse, and deadly effective — it mimics mayfly nymphs with uncanny accuracy. Fish it under an indicator, as the dropper in a dry-dropper rig, or high-stick it through pockets. Tied with natural pheasant tail fibers and copper wire rib on TMC 3761 hooks.
Reviews
The standard — tied right, fishes right. Keep a good stock of #16s and you're covered all season.
Connor W. · June 2026
My guide on the Gallatin said these were the best PT nymphs he'd seen commercially. High praise.
Lisa D. · May 2026
The Trout Spot
Livingston, Montana