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Mark Pierce's Strong Arm Merkin fly pattern tied by Darrell Olson
Saltwater Fly

Mark Pierce's Strong Arm Merkin

Tied by Darrell Olson

Mark Pierce's Strong Arm Merkin recipe

HookMustad Signature Series S71, Size 2
Thread140 Denier, Tan
EyesMedium Bead Chain, Silver
Claw/ArmUltra Chenille, Tan
Dubbing/CollarWiggle Dubbing, Tan
Carapace1.5" EP Spawning Shrimp Brush, Tanner & Flexi Squishenille, Tan
Weedguard40lb Mono

About this fly

Trim carapace in the shape of a crab. Color claw red.

What the Mark Pierce's Strong Arm Merkin imitates

Tied for: Black Drum, Bonefish, Permit, Redfish, Saltwater (general)

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