The Wickham's Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fly, crafted in the late 19th century by Reverend Alfred Henry Wickham, remains a staple in fly fishing. Originally designed for chalk streams in Southern England, this fly is renowned for its versatility and effectiveness in attracting trout. Its distinctive gold tinsel body, paired with a red game hackle and peacock herl, mimics a variety of insects, making it irresistible to fish.
Key features include its vibrant colour and durable construction, ensuring it performs well in both fast and slow-moving waters. Anglers appreciate its ability to entice even the most cautious trout, making it a must-have in any fly box..
Wickahms Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fishing Fly
- Fishing Techniques.
The Wickham's Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fishing Fly is best used in clear, fast-flowing streams where trout are actively feeding on the surface. To maximise effectiveness, present the fly upstream and allow it to drift naturally with the current, ensuring a drag-free presentation. Use a light tippet to enhance the fly's natural movement.
Employ a dead-drift technique, occasionally twitching the fly to mimic the movement of an emerging insect. For retrieves, use short, quick strips to imitate a struggling insect, enticing strikes from opportunistic trout. Adjust tactics based on water conditions and trout activity.
Key Seasons - when is this
Dry Winged Trout Fly
most effective?
The Wickham's Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fishing Fly is most effective during late spring to early autumn, particularly from May to September. This period coincides with the peak of various insect hatches, making it an ideal time to mimic the natural prey of trout. The fly excels during mayfly and caddisfly hatches, which are abundant in these months.
Conditions where this fly shines include clear, slow-moving waters on sunny days, where its bright colours can attract trout. Early mornings and late afternoons, when insect activity is high, are prime times for using this fly.
How does the Turrall Wickahms Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fly imitate a key stage in a fish's diet?
The Wickham's Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fishing Fly is designed to mimic the adult stage of various aquatic insects, particularly mayflies. As these insects emerge from the water, transitioning from nymph to adult, they become a prime target for trout. The fly's shimmering gold body and red tail imitate the reflective quality of a mayfly's wings and body as it rests on the water's surface.
Trout are drawn to this stage because the insects are vulnerable and abundant, providing an easy and nutritious meal. The fly's design effectively captures the attention of fish, making it a popular choice among anglers.
Wickahms Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fly expertly tied
by Turrall for maximum performance.
The Turrall Wickham's Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fly is expertly tied using high-quality materials to ensure maximum performance on the water. Each fly features a meticulously crafted body with a golden pheasant tippet tail, peacock herl body, and a rib of fine gold wire, creating a realistic profile that mimics natural insects. The wings are made from premium duck quill, providing excellent buoyancy and lifelike movement. This fly is highly effective in attracting trout, thanks to its vibrant colours and precise construction, making it a must-have in any angler's tackle box. Perfect for UK waters, it promises consistent success.
Turrall Wickahms Fancy Dry Winged Trout Fly DW58
- Turrall Premium Award-Winning Flies – The Best in Fly Fishing
England is the birthplace of fly fishing, and Turrall & Co. Ltd. is proud to be its longest-established company of professional fly dressers, crafting premium flies since the mid-nineteenth century. Over the years, Turrall has earned prestigious recognition from The Sunday Times, Country Living Magazine, and EFTTEX – the leading European Fishing Tackle Trade Association.
Every Turrall fly is the result of traditional craftsmanship fused with modern innovation, delivering consistent, high-performance results on the water. Turrall use only the finest materials, starting with high carbon steel hooks—needle-ground, surgically sharp, and double-coated for durability. Matched with world-class feathers and furs, including
Metz Genetic Hackles where appropriate, these hand-tied patterns are trusted by fly anglers worldwide.
