Zonker

A rabbit-strip back brings movement to a bright, minnow-shaped body.

From hook to fly

At the vise.

4 illustrated steps

Work through the numbered steps in order. Use the written materials and proportions as your guide; select an image for a closer look.

Prepare the body
Wrap weight on the shank and secure with thread. Remove the tubing core and slide the sleeve over the shank.
Anchor the rear
Secure the tubing at the bend. Part rabbit fur and bind the strip there, leaving a tail about one shank long.
Close the front
Finish the rear thread. Start black thread behind the eye, secure the tubing front, and stretch the strip forward over the body; tie down and trim.
Add the throat
Bind a small bunch of red hackle fibers underneath. Whip finish and cement both tie-downs.

Beyond the bench

Use short strips and pauses beside structure. For pike, scale up the hook and rabbit strip; the size 6 recipe is a trout-sized starting point.

Tied by independent makers

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Pattern dressings vary; use the written recipe for exact materials and proportions.