Herman Christian - Yellow Stonefly

Herman Christian - Yellow StoneflyFor sale here is a yellow stonefly in excellent condition, tied by the legendary Catskill fly tier, Herman Christian. This fly comes from the collection of a Sullivan County sportsman who, as a kid, grew up around many of the legendary Catskill fly tiers. His uncle was also close friends with many of them. His Herman Christian flies were acquired from the daughter of Bruce Moore who received them directly from Herm Christian. Herm Christian was a

I was diagnosed with a brain tumor

The drag provides plenty of resistance for a four-weight reel

The Swiss-style ferrules are size 12/64 with a perfect fit

Serial number SS9343

"Polly" Rosborough custom tied flies as well as a note written on Polly's stationary

Wraps are light tan and brown at the ferrules and tip tops

The rod feature Per's typical flared wells grip and was made with ultra-truncated 'micro' swiss style ferrules

most likely a 7 weight

Original factory monel line guide with factory soldered seam

The action is wonderful -- smooth and stout

On Anglers Club stationery is a typed and signed letter from Sparse Grey Hackle to the original owner

Reel weighs 8 oz (there is a small amount of backing included)