HARE’S EAR FLASHBACK TUNGSTEN HOT COLLAR JIG

Description

Hare’s Ear Flashback Tungsten Hot Collar Jig – Weighted Nymph Pattern

The Hare’s Ear Flashback Tungsten Hot Collar Jig is a modern upgrade of the classic Hare’s Ear nymph, built to sink quickly and stand out in fast-moving water. These fly fishing flies imitate a broad range of aquatic insects, such as mayfly nymphs and caddis larvae, making it one of the most versatile and productive nymphs in fly fishing. Its jig-style hook design helps reduce snags while providing a lifelike drift along the riverbed.

Design / Features

This fly features a natural hare’s ear dubbing body for a buggy, realistic look, accented with a flashback wing case that adds shimmer and visibility underwater. A bright, hot collar acts as a strike trigger, catching trout’s attention in clear or stained water. The tungsten bead provides the necessary weight to get the fly into the strike zone quickly, while the jig hook enhances durability and improves hook-up rates.

When and Where to Use

The Hare’s Ear Flashback Tungsten Hot Collar Jig excels in deep runs, riffles, and pocket water where trout feed close to the bottom. It is highly effective in Euro-nymphing setups or as the anchor fly in a multi-nymph rig. Productive year-round, it shines during mayfly and caddis activity, but its impressionistic design makes it effective even outside of specific hatches.