Ernest Schwiebert Salmon Fly

Ernest Schwiebert Salmon FlyBeautiful 6 0 salmon fly, unused and in pristine condition, tied by Ernest Schwiebert (1931 2005), renowned author and devoted fly fisherman, remembered in fly tying circles for his notable contributions in the field of insect comparability. The exceptional detail seen in the concise illustrations the gifted artist included in his titles is clearly visible in this striking unused hand tied fly. Schwiebert used his flies personally, giving few during

Another one of the most powerful "Midge" tapers I have come across

Long casts with long leaders often in windy conditions

For sale here is a Orvis fly box with 26 salmon and streamer flies in excellent or mint condition

A great all-around rod and a tough one to find

Medium large cigar grip

The rod is original and comes with a green cloth bag with a "the House of Hardy

The rod is in excellent plus condition with original bag and tube

The ferrule fit is good and the rod is nice and straight

It is also a single tip rod which he made a few of in the first three years (mostly longer rods)

based on a Leonard taper and style

As with all of my items

He made a few reels for himself and gave a few as gifts to selected friends