The original Copper John is a staple in most fly boxes — the Heavy Metal Rubber Leg Copper John is a next-generation take on this classic fly pattern. The possibilities for this pattern are endless. You can fish it in a variety of ways, from fishing it as an anchor fly in a Euro setup to a regular attractor under an indicator, fish this fly DEEP. | Flymen Fishing Co.

The Copper John nymph has been around for decades and continues to be a highly effective pattern. In this week's Fly Tying Tutorial, Paul shows you his take on the pattern, tied on a jig hook. Fly tying is a creative adventure. Experiment with new colors and materials to make patterns your own. Try this pattern in straight black for an excellent stonefly imitation, or even mix it up and use brighter colors for a solid attractor nymph for trout, panfish, and steelhead. Make it fun and enjoy the j