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Redfish Kwan
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Species:
Bonefish, Redfish, Snook -
Imitation:
Crab,
Crustacean,
secret weapon,
Shrimp -
Skill Level:
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Destination:
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Pat Dorsy’s Kwan Fly was created for the backwaters and flats of South Florida developed initially for bonefish. The Kwan is a very effective redfish fly in most conditions. It’s a good crab imitation but unlike most crab flies it can be stripped for cruising reds. Its easy to tie and a very productive pattern for almost anywhere in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean.
This version is the original but with sili-legs.
We use this everywhere! Tie is small for bonefish and big for redfish.

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RECIPE
Hook: |
Saltwater hook sizes #4, 2, 1, 1/0 |
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Thread: |
Chartreuse Flymaster Plus (210 denier) |
Tail/Head: |
Craft fur, barred with permanent marker |
Collar: |
Pink or salmon fox fur |
Body: |
Tan and brown synthetic fibers (we used EP fibers for the video) |
Eyes (weight): |
Black or red lead dumbbell eyes |
Legs: |
Tan with orange tip sili legs |
Flash: |
pearl krystal flash |