Atalntic Salmon Fly. Silver Doctor. Silver body, Blue Thraot, Grey Squirrel Tail Wing
Atalntic Salmon Fly. Silver Doctor. Silver body, Blue Thraot, Grey Squirrel Tail Wing

Atlantic Salmon Fly, Hairwing, Silver Doctor - Classic Wing

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The Silver Doctor Hairwing is a classic Atlantic salmon fly featuring a reflective silver body, distinctive blue, red and yellow accents, and a natural hairwing. This traditional pattern combines vibrant colour contrasts with practical hairwing construction.

A versatile salmon fly well suited to traditional wet-fly swing presentations across a range of river conditions.

Tied in Canada by DcTackle.
Atalntic Salmon Fly. Silver Doctor. Silver body, Blue Thraot, Grey Squirrel Tail Wing

Atlantic Salmon Fly, Hairwing, Silver Doctor - Classic Wing

$5.49

Pattern History

The Silver Doctor is one of the classic patterns from the traditional Atlantic salmon fly tradition, belonging to the well-known Doctor family of salmon flies. Its distinctive combination of a reflective silver body and colourful wing and hackle materials reflects the elaborate feather-wing dressings developed during the nineteenth century.

Over time, the Silver Doctor has been adapted into simpler hairwing versions that retain the recognizable silver body and contrasting colours while using natural hair materials for a more practical fishing fly.

The DcTackle Silver Doctor Hairwing follows this tradition, offered in both Black Wing and Grey Squirrel Tail Classic Wing dressings. Each preserves the character of the original pattern while providing a different wing profile and appearance in the water.

Fishing Notes

The Silver Doctor Hairwing – Classic Wing features a natural Grey Squirrel Tail wing that provides a softer, more subdued profile than the Black Wing dressing while retaining the pattern's reflective silver body and distinctive colour accents.

This version is well suited to clear water, moderate flows and conditions where a more understated presentation is preferred. The natural taper and movement of the squirrel-tail fibres complement the traditional wet-fly swing.

Fish it across and downstream through salmon holding water, allowing the current to carry the fly naturally through pools and runs. It provides a useful alternative to the Black Wing version when changing light or water conditions suggest a different wing profile.

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-010 · Silver Doctor - Classic Wing

Hook
Maruto M30
Thread
Semperfli 8/0 Black CWT Thread
Tip
Oval Silver Tinsel
Tag
Yellow Stretch Nylon
Tail
Golden Pheasant Crest Feather
Butt
Ultra Chenille - Red
Body
Flat Silver Tinsel with underbody of White Uni-Stretch or underbody on larger hook sizes
Rib
Oval Silver Tinsel
Throat / Collar Hackle
Dark Blue Schlappen or Soft Hackle
Wing — Layer 1
Grey Squirrel Tail
Head Finish
Red Thread and UV Red resin

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

1. Adjust the size of the flat tinsel to match the hook size. Same for the oval tinsel

2. I use a darker blue schlappen or soft hackle for these as apposed to a lighter F. Blue

3. Use a micro ultra chenille for hook sizes smaller than 8

3. Use uni underbody or white stretch nylon as an underbody to provide a smooth structure for the flat tinsel body

4. Wax your thread before securing the grey squirrel tail wing to prevent slippage or secure the wing in smaller sections