StreamersMini Mr. Hankey
The Mini Mr. Hankey is a smaller version of the popular Mr. Hankey mouse pattern. This fly imitates a small mouse or vole and is particularly effective at night when these creatures are active.
Summer
Advanced
Trout, Bass
Overview
A scaled-down version of the Mr. Hankey mouse pattern, this fly uses trimmed foam, deer hair, rubber legs, and a leather tail. It's a compact, high-floating mouse ideal for small water and tight casts where big mice are too bulky.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #04 Tiemco 7999 or 7989
Thread: Black Veevus 6/0
Trailer: 20LB Maxima Chameleon
Trailer Hook: #04 Black Gamakatsu Octopus
Tail: Natural Zonker Hide of Pine Squirrel
Body: Natural Zonker Pine Squirrel
Back: Brown 2MM Thin Foam
Legs: Brown Medium Round Rubber Legs
Whiskers: Pearl Krystal Flash
Glue: Brush On Zap A Gap
Fishing Tips
Season
Summer
Presentation
Cast near banks and structure, then retrieve with a twitching motion to imitate a swimming mouse.
When to Use
At night when mice and other small rodents are active.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a heavier tippet to handle the larger size of this fly and the potentially larger fish it might attract.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly floats well due to its deer hair body, and its larger size makes it visible even in low-light conditions.
