Caledonia Olive Francis Copper Tube

A subtler version of the classic Red Francis, which makes it better suited to clear, summer conditions. One for those in the know. Designed and popularized by Englishman Peter Deane this odd looking creation has had meteoric success in Iceland and has been doing extremely well in our river systems. It was named after his fly tying assistant Miss Frances Hoydon and has been a success story ever since. Red and Black Frances copper tubes are the most popular pattern colours, but we have had to bring them out in other colours due to the popularity with anglers, this can mean only one thing the fly is deadly.

Tied on a heavyweight Copper tube with plastic liner. Ideal for spring and autumn fishing in cold, high water conditions.

A Francis fly is not just a fly, nor for that matter a fly for all waters all season long. learning how to fish the Francis offers another essential technique to have at our disposal, click here to find out more.