This cased caddis larva is essentially a simplified variant of Oliver Edwards' peeping caddis. It's deadly for trout and grayling in rivers everywhere. Adjust the weight to suit flows and if tied heavily can be used to pull smaller flies down to the take zone.
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Materials list
Hook @FullingMill Stealth nymph size 8-14
Weight: lead wire or tape
Thread: White 10/ veevus
Case: Grey Fulling Mill ultra nymph dubbing
Peeping grub: White wool or yarn
Legs: Hen hackle fibres
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