Tying Timmy’s Klink “Klimmy” Klinkhammer Fishing Fly

There are techniques that transcend any one fly pattern. When we first saw Mr Craven’s “Timmy” fly, we had numerous thoughts on how to use the technique on existing flies. We’ve found that the fibers can be trimmed long (like the original Timmy), which helps create a fly that looks and acts similar to a traditional parachute. Similarly, leaving the wing/wingcase loop large can simulate emerging wings, while a tighter loop might be used the same way foam is used on an emerger for a wingcase. Similarly, trimming the side fibers short can mimick legs. Here’s an example of the technique with a large loop and long "legs" that we like for a Klink variant. We show a very durable and great looking thread body/rib/UV body.

Fly Tying Recipe for Timmy’s Klink “Klimmy” Klinkhammer Fishing Fly

• Hook: Klink hook, Firehole 315 sizes 14-22, https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-FIRE315.html
• Thread: Nano Silk (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-SNS18.html) or UTC 70 (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-UTC70D.html)
• Tail: Raven and Wolf Shuck Fiber (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-RWSHUCK.html)
• Body: Thread. Could also use a quill, dubbing, or flash (like perdigon body)
• Rib: Thread, colored a contrasting color like dark olive or black.
• Body: UV Craft Resin, https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-UVTNB.html
• Wing/Legs/Hackle: Raven and Wolf Shuck Fiber (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-RWSHUCK.html) or Raven and Wolf Baitfish Fibers (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-RWEPF.html)....don’t be afraid to blend colors to get either the color you want or a mottled look
• Thorax: Dubbing…we like Chubb Dubb Peacock (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-RWCD.html), but superfine would also work (https://www.discountflies.com/product/M-RWMFM.html)

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