Midge / EmergersMercury Black Beauty
The Mercury Black Beauty is a variation of the classic Black Beauty, featuring a clear glass bead for subtle flash that entices picky trout. It's especially effective in winter and low-water conditions, and the pattern can be tied in multiple sizes and colors to match local midge hatches.
Winter, Year Round
Beginner
Trout
Overview
A variation of the Black Beauty that adds a clear glass bead at the head to simulate an air bubble or emerging midge. Tie with black thread, silver wire ribbing, a peacock herl thorax, and finish with a small glass bead. The added flash and slight weight make this ideal for deeper or more turbulent water.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 2487, size #18–#22
Thread: Black Ultra Thread 70 denier
Body: Black thread
Ribbing: Fine silver wire
Bead: Clear glass bead
Resin Coating: Solarez Bone Dry UV resin
Fishing Tips
Season
Winter, Year Round
Presentation
Dead drift, alone or as a dropper.
When to Use
During winter midge hatches or whenever fish are feeding on midges.
Water Type
Stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use with a 5X–6X tippet on a long leader.
Visibility & Floatation
This is a small sinking fly. The clear glass bead adds flash and slight weight to get it down and noticed.
