Bonefish Special
The Bonefish Special is a classic flats pattern developed by Chico Fernandez for targeting bonefish in very shallow water. Its lightweight construction allows it to land more quietly than patterns tied with heavy bead-chain or dumbbell eyes, making it especially useful when approaching nervous fish on calm, clear flats. The fly can suggest a small shrimp, baitfish, or other crustacean and is typically retrieved with short strips followed by brief pauses. It is commonly tied in sizes 2 through 6 and works best when kept sparse so it sinks naturally and does not create an excessive splash. The Bonefish Special remains a useful alternative to heavier patterns such as the Crazy Charlie or Gotcha when stealth is more important than reaching deep water.
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Recipe
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Hook · standard saltwater stainless steel size 4
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Thread · black
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Tail · short orange marabou
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Underbody · flat gold tinsel
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Overbody · clear D-rib
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Wings · white bucktail mixed with a few strands of pearl krystal flash enclosed by 2 strands of grizzly hackle tips