Tying Al's Rat
Channel: CaneRodPiper
Date: 2020-12-28

Al’s Rat is a great pattern that matches midge / Chironomid pupae.  The pattern is relatively easy to tie and highly effective.  It was developed on the Little Lehigh by the late Al Miller.

Hook:  Allen F001 #20 (Any dry fly hook in size 20 can be used)
Thread:  Brown Monochord (Rumpf)
Dubbing: Muskrat underfur

Information about Al Miller: https://www.flylehigh.com/people
Al Miller tying the Rat:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngSraA6whFM&t=4s