Originator:

Unknown

Tyer:

J. Townsend

Hook:

Mustad 9671 or equivalent. Size 10 to 18

Thread:

Black prewaxed 3/0 or 6/0

Tail:

Ringneck pheasant tail fibers

Body:

Pearlescent flashabou or mylar gift wrapping tape or ribbon.  Cut into narrow strips.

Rib:

Fine gold or silver wire

Thorax:

Black wool and/or fur with guard hairs, well picked out

Wing case:

Pearlescent flashabou or mylar gift wrapping tape or ribbon.