1st Stim

[Din]

this is my first attempt at a stim. could use some constructive criticism please! Thanks

 

[bulltrout]

larger hackle in both the abdomen and the thorax area (the hackle should equal the distance between the hook shank and point)...that's about all i have for ya...and if you like flashy flies, try tying some with ice dub...good tie bud...

[bloom]

looks fine...couple of thoughts:

1. move the tail further back...it usually starts right above the barb.

2. The brown hackle is usually undersized, which is what you have here (regular size goes a little bit longer to reach the point).

3. For the grizzly hackle, go over-sized. It's much too small here...over-sized will help the big fly float better in the rough water.

[lonefisher]

Looks good...... I would echo the others bout the hackle and the tail..... but all in all a pretty nice tie

[hydropsyche]

Jim Slattery originated the fly (not kaufman). At least according to him. This is his tie. He said its supposed to imitate a fluttering stonefly. He makes specific notice of the bald head (no hackle)

 

[Din]

right on. thanks everyone!

[SanJuanWorm]

Looks great to me.

[Inconnu]

I don't always tie it with large hackle either. The shorter palmered hackle allows it to sit lower in the surface film.

[darbles]

Try this one Din and use good long hackle as It will move on the water more

[Din]

thanks for all the responses everyone. I find it hard to look at a pic and try to replicate flies, but rather have the fly and look at it. so I took one that I had and tried to copy it. I think I'm using the wrong type of hook but not too sure if it matters. Will still use everyones advice. so thanks, appreciate them all.

 

The Inspiration:

 

 

The attempt:

 

[regdunlop]

Good tie Din! Maybe make the wing a bit shorter but it will catch fish for sure. You are inspiring me to hit the tying bench for a few hours today.