Lewis’s Black and Violet Pheasant Tail

Lewis’s Black and Violet Pheasant Tail is a striking modern variation of the classic pheasant tail nymph, designed to imitate a wide range of small aquatic insects. The black and violet profile gives this fly a strong trigger point, making it especially effective in coloured water, low light, or when fish need something slightly different from the standard natural pattern.

Tied with a silver or metallic tungsten pink bead, this fly sinks quickly and gets down to feeding fish fast. The added weight makes it ideal for Euro nymphing, upstream nymphing, and searching deeper runs, pockets, and seams.

A reliable choice for trout and grayling, this pattern works well throughout the season and is particularly useful when fish are feeding on small nymphs but responding better to flies with a subtle flash and colour contrast.

Key features:

• Black and violet pheasant tail style nymph
• Available with silver or metallic tungsten pink bead
• Fast-sinking profile for fishing deeper water
• Excellent for trout and grayling
• Suitable for rivers, streams, and stillwaters
• Great searching pattern when natural nymphs are not producing