The Matuka fly is a streamer that is created almost entirely with hackle feathers. It boasts a large side profile, while still being extremely lightweight. Comprised of only 2 feathers, and of course some thread and wire, this will cast like a dream, yet look like a large baitfish swimming in the water. With a little digging on the internet I found it was originally created in New Zealand, and wasn't introduced to western fisherman until around the mid 70's. However that is 50+ years of testing. With it still being effective, I would call this a classic streamer that not only looks great, but catches fish to boot.
Depending on what type of feather you tie this with, the look and profile of this fly can vary drastically. From a short rounded tail like I tied today, which mimics baitfish like a sculpin, to a long, tapered and pointed tail which could even mimic leeches or if fishing saltwater maybe eels. The beauty of this fly is, you can buy just one inexpensive feather patch and tie up enough to fill 2-3 boxes of flies. It uses the same feather for the collar as the tail. Or you could use two different feathers to give the fly a gradient.
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Materials
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Hook: Risen 200 (size 12) - https://www.risenfly.com/collections/hooks/products/streamer-200
Weight: 0.015" lead wire (or lead free) - https://amzn.to/4kYXo2N
Thread: Veevus 6/0 (black) - https://amzn.to/3Gc8VfW
Wire: Ultra Wire (small, gold) - https://amzn.to/44bLkVJ
Body: Uni Floss in Red (or any other body wrap you want) - https://amzn.to/4kW49lK
Tail and Collar: Hackle Patch (varrying types) - https://amzn.to/4ni0SPs
Head Cement: Solarez Ultra Thin UV Resin - https://solarez.com/bone-dry-intro-kit.html
Tools:
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Vise: Renzetti Traveler - https://amzn.to/2t2FFmo
Bobbin: Stonfo Bobtec - https://amzn.to/2YWOf39
Scissors: Risen Spring Assist - https://www.risenfly.com/collections/fly-tying-tools-and-accessories/products/spring-assist-scissors
Whip Finisher: Dr. Slick Brass - https://amzn.to/2tGYwDW
Fly Tying Bench: Oasis Walnut Compact Bench - https://www.oasisbenches.com/oasis-benches/compact-bench/
UV Light: Solarez High Output - https://solarez.com/uv-cure-flashlight-high-output.html
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