I have long admired the flies of Andrzej Koziel, I hope this does the pattern justice.


Hook: TMC 2302 #8
Weight: Lead wire
Body: Anything you like, zelon and Glowyarn used here.
Legs: Partridge
Rib: 4lb mono
Shellback: Bronze Mallard and clear body stretch

Wrap lead leaving a portion at the bend for a taper and a bit at the front to tie off materials.


Smooth off the lead with white thread/floss.


Start spiderweb or ghost thread and tie in the rib of mono.


Tie in the top half of body along the side of the hook.


Tie in the bottom half along the other side.


Weave the body and tie off.




Measure your mallard.