Fly Tying: Schultz’s Swinging D

[@jasonvenesky2438]

Bombproof fly there

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Nicely done!

[@willratsoy3433]

what type of shanks or connectors do you use to connect the trailing shanks to the hooks? could you maybe provide a materials list? Great fly! keep up the awesome videos and patterns, your channel is very underrated!

[@BronzeRiverFlyCo.]

I appreciate that! here’s the material list!
SWINGING D 2.0
Materials:
Gamakatsu Worm 2/0
5mm glass rattle
025 wire
Rooster saddle
Hen saddle
Translucy brush 1”
Barred rooster neck (optional)
Rainys diver heads size small
Marabou
Mallard flank feathers
UV Solarez Bone Dry (or equivalent)
UV Raidzap Flex (or equivalent)
Flash (any kind will work)
10mm shanks
15mm shanks
25mm shanks (connection shanks)
3mm foam to help secure rattle
Tools:
Whip finish
Nylon brush
Super glue brushable
Super glue gel
Bobbin (obviously)
Material clip (optional)
Bodkin
Side cutters for cutting shanks

[@mattn9628]

Hen saddle is tough to find. Any ideas where to find some?

[@BronzeRiverFlyCo.]

It’s a tough go these days man. Especially for colors. Just keep an eye out and don’t hesitate when you see some for sale!