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Crazy Charlie

A classic saltwater fly for bonefish

Bob Nauheim
Warm saltwater fly
Very easy
bonefish
Hook Salt water, straight eye, #4, 6 or 8
Thread Pink
Eyes Bead chain or dumbbell
Body Clear plastic (V-rib, Larva Lace or similar) over pink Crystal Flash or body braid
Wing Calf tail or craft fur, white, tan, pink or other color
Head Tying thread

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