Beadhead Prince Nymph – Black Classic

Beadhead Prince Nymph — Black (Red Head Collar) Classic Prince profile in a dark suit with a red collar. OverviewStandard Prince Nymph tied in black with white biot wings, brown biot tail, and a peacock/black thorax—finished with a gold bead and a red thread head behind the bead. It’s the familiar confidence fly, just dressed darker for clear water or bright skies. Why this buildThe black body tightens the silhouette and tones down flash, while the red collar gives a small target that pops without going loud. The bead sets a consistent sink for short, controlled presentations. Where and how to fishWork it under an indicator through shoals, inside seams, and tailouts. It also plays well as a dropper beneath a hopper or small streamer when you want movement up top and a dependable nymph below. Guide tips Start with 4X on a push and 5X when the river settles. If you’re bumping bottom every drift, remove weight before changing flies; if you’re never ticking, add a micro-shot 8–10 inches up. Make one deliberate “hang” at the end of each drift before the pick-up—many eats come on that pause