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Copper John
The Copper John is a heavily weighted attractor nymph known for getting flies down fast in faster runs and riffles. Its segmented wire body and flash back make it effective as both a searching pattern and a hatch-matching nymph.
Hand-tied on premium hooks using only the finest natural and synthetic materials
Tied in small batches to ensure consistency from the first cast to the last
Inspected and packaged to arrive ready to fish — straight from the vise to your box
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The Copper John is a heavily weighted attractor nymph known for getting flies down fast in faster runs and riffles. Its segmented wire body and flash back make it effective as both a searching pattern and a hatch-matching nymph.
All flies ship in our compostable fly box insert, ready for your tippet. Orders ship within 1–2 business days. Free shipping over $60.
- Store in a dry fly box with ventilation when wet
- Air-dry before closing — extends hook life significantly
- Barbless variants available — just ask
When in doubt, dead drift first. This pattern is designed to sit flush in the film and drift naturally with the current. Mend upstream of the fly to extend your drag-free drift.
1% of every sale goes directly to Trout Unlimited and other coldwater conservation organizations. We believe protecting wild trout habitat is inseparable from the sport we love.
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Pair this fly with a hatch kit
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Compostable packaging
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