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Super Deceiver
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Species:
Tarpon, Giant Trevally GT, Mahi Mahi, Striped Bass, False Albacore, Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, Roosterfish -
Imitation:
Baitfish -
Skill Level:
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Destination:
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Unquestionably the most famous and ubiquitous saltwater fly pattern in history. Lefty Kreh designed the Deceiver’s profile to match that of so many baitfish. No saltwater fly box is complete without the deceiver and this new improved version of a classic. Length is usually 3 to 4.5 inches.

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RECIPE
Hook: |
Sizes #2-6/0 saltwater hooks |
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Thread: |
white flymaster plus (210 denier) or Monofilament |
Tail: |
pearl or white krystal flash |
Body: |
white bucktail belly (wing), white DNA fiber mid body, baby blue synthetic fibers pre-top, blue synthetic fibers for top |
Flash: |
krystal flash, Flash-a-bou |
Eyes: |
8mm adhesive eyes (use epoxy or glue to secure properly) |