Fly Tying the Grubby Gert (Gaines' Panfish Pattern)

Originally tied and sold in the 1970s by the Gaines Company, the Grubby Gert came in Yellow, White, Black and Green. Of course, this slow-sinking panfish fly could be tied in any number of color combinations.

Hook: #8-12 standard
Thread: Black, or to match the body
Tail: Calftail
Body: Chenille
Wing: Calftail, tied spent

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