Saltwater · 4 patterns

Flies for Permit.

A permit box needs both crab and shrimp shapes. Match the weight to the depth and bottom so the fly reaches a feeding fish without burying itself.

Shrimp

Avalon Shrimp

Splayed rabbit strips and a four-bead monofilament keel define this shrimp pattern.

Advanced7 tying steps

Permit

Crustacean

Merkin Crab

A flat yarn crab with splayed feather claws and mobile rubber legs.

Intermediate4 tying steps

Bonefish Permit

Shrimp

Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp

An orange egg sac, separate shrimp eyes, and a soft rabbit wing.

Intermediate5 tying steps

Bonefish Permit

Shrimp

Squimp

Craft fur, a ribbed chenille body, and rubber legs facing both directions.

Intermediate5 tying steps

Bonefish Permit

Image type and source are identified on each pattern page. Each recipe gives a specific base dressing; adapt hook strength, size, and weight for the species and water.