Pattern Note: The specimen observed at Lang’s Auction website was accompanied by this note: “Tied by the Upper Dam legend Carrie Stevens (1882-1970), and fished by her sister Elizabeth Duley (1879-1960), an important early Maine tyer in her own right. Featuring Stevens' signature black/red/black striped head, this early fly is dressed in what appears to be a custom Smelt variation, with use wear and soiling. Still a decent example in a rare pattern with great provenance, originating from the Duley family.”

Reference: www.sportingspirit.com, Sporting Spirit Museum, Lang's Auction website

Pattern Recipe

Tag:  Silver Flat

Body:  Black

Rib:  Silver Flat

Throat:  Yellow

Underwing:  Golden Pheasant Crest

Wing:  Yellow flanked by White

Cheek:  Jungle Cock

Head:  Black (red band)