Atlantic Salmon Fly - Fathers pride dark wing
Atlantic Salmon Fly - Fathers pride dark wing

Atlantic Salmon Fly, Hairwing, Fathers Pride - Dark Wing

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Father’s Pride – Dark Wing

A classic Atlantic salmon wet fly featuring a dark wing and strong contrasting colours. Father’s Pride combines a traditional salmon-fly profile with a highly visible dressing suited to a range of river conditions.

The Dark Wing version offers a deeper, more subdued profile than the White Wing variation while retaining the distinctive character of the pattern.

A proven traditional pattern and a strong addition to any Atlantic salmon fly selection.

Tied in Canada by DcTackle.

Pattern History

Father’s Pride is a traditional Atlantic salmon fly that has appeared in both light- and dark-wing dressings. Like many established salmon patterns, variations in materials and dressing have developed over time as tiers adapted the fly to available materials and regional fishing preferences.

The Dark Wing version retains the recognizable colour combination and character of Father’s Pride while using a darker wing to create a stronger silhouette. DcTackle offers both Dark Wing and White Wing versions, preserving two useful interpretations of this traditional salmon pattern.

Fishing Notes

Father’s Pride is a traditional Atlantic salmon wet fly with a strong combination of contrast, colour and movement. The Dark Wing version provides a more defined silhouette than the White Wing variation, making it a useful choice in lower light, overcast conditions or when a darker presentation is preferred.

Fish it using a traditional wet-fly swing across and downstream, allowing the current to bring the fly naturally through likely holding water. It can also be worked with small changes in swing angle and speed to vary the presentation. As with most salmon flies, confidence and good presentation are more important than trying to assign the pattern to one specific set of conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size Atlantic salmon fly should I choose?
Fly size depends on factors such as water level, water temperature, clarity, season and fishing conditions. Larger flies are often selected for higher or colder water, while smaller flies are commonly used as water levels fall and temperatures rise. Local preferences and river conditions can also influence fly selection.
Are these flies suitable for Atlantic salmon fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Yes. These patterns are suitable for Atlantic salmon fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador, although individual patterns, sizes and presentations may be better suited to particular rivers or conditions. Where useful, additional information is provided in the Pattern History and Fishing Notes for the individual fly.
Are these Atlantic salmon flies tied in Canada?
Yes. DcTackle Atlantic salmon flies are tied in Canada by DcTackle using carefully selected fly-tying materials.
What materials are used in these Atlantic salmon flies?
The materials vary by pattern. The Pattern Recipe on each product page identifies the dressing used for that particular fly. Where appropriate, the Material Alternatives section also identifies other materials that can be used in place of traditional or specified materials.
Can I substitute different materials when tying this pattern?
Yes. Many traditional Atlantic salmon patterns have been dressed with different materials over time, often because of availability, regional preference or changes in fly-tying materials. Where suitable alternatives exist, they are identified in the Material Alternatives section of the product page.
Can I purchase the materials used to tie this pattern?
Where materials are available from DcTackle, they are shown in the Shop the Pattern section of the product page. Availability varies by pattern and material.

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Pattern Recipe

SW-005 · Fathers Pride - Dark Wing

Hook
Maruto M30
Thread
Semperfli 8/0 and 12/0 Black CWT Thread depending on hook size
Tip
Oval Gold Tinsel
Tag
Uni-Stretch Nylon - Orange
Tail
Golden Pheasant Crest Feather
Body
Black Floss with underbody of Black Uni-Stretch on larger hook sizes
Rib
Oval Gold Tinsel
Throat / Collar Hackle
Fl. Blue Schlappen tied as a throat
Underwing
Krystal Flash - Orange 3-4 strands folded over
Wing — Layer 1
Black Opossum Hair or substitute
Head Finish
Black Thread and UV Black resin - Ultra Thin

Tying Video

Tying video coming soon.

This recipe represents the DcTackle dressing. Traditional Atlantic salmon flies often have multiple accepted variations, and materials may differ between historical, regional and contemporary dressings.

Image Note: Some product graphics use AI-assisted presentation. Fly imagery is based on actual DcTackle-tied flies; AI may be used for backgrounds, supporting imagery and visual presentation.

Pattern Notes

Opposum hair is the DcTackle wing standard for this dressing, although mosse and fox tail may also be used as alternatives. Black floss is used over a base layer of black nylon stretch; the underbody is optional and may be omitted depending on personal preference.

Use Uni-Stretch or Glo-Brite Floss for the orange tag

The size of the oval silver tinsel used for the tip and rib should be adjusted to suit the hook size and personal preference.