General Practitioner

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The General Practitioner (GP) is a classic steelhead and salmon swing fly with a proven track record dating back to the 1950s, originally developed by Esmond Drury for Atlantic sal mon. Its bold profile, hair‑wing construction, and undulating movement make it ideal for swinging through medium to heavy currents, where steelhead and salmon hold. The GP’s design creates subtle vibrations in the water that attract strikes from fish that might ignore simpler patterns. It adapts to different water conditions and light levels, making it a versatile, year‑round fly. Anglers trust the General Practitioner for its reliability and effectiveness, whether swinging in rivers or fishing larger streamers in transitional water, and it remains a must‑have pattern in any serious fly box. Show more