NymphMontana Bullet
The Montana Bullet is a slim, UV resin-coated nymph designed for fast descent and durability. Available in brown and cream variants, the pattern features a tungsten bead, Coq de Leon tail, and thread body protected by Solarez Bone Dry UV Resin. The slim profile and heavy bead make this an excellent choice for reaching fish in fast, deep water.
Year Round
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The Montana Bullet uses UV resin coating to create a durable, slim-profiled nymph that sinks quickly and withstands aggressive takes. The pattern is available in brown and cream variants to match different water conditions and light levels. The Coq de Leon tail provides realistic movement while the wire rib adds subtle segmentation under the resin.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 2488H, #16
Thread: Ultra Thread, 8/0, rusty brown (brown variant) or cream (cream variant)
Bead: Tungsten Bead, 2.4mm, copper (brown) or black (cream)
Tail: Coq de Leon, light speckled
Rib: Ultra Wire, extra small, copper
Coating: Solarez Bone Dry UV Resin
Fishing Tips
Season
Effective year-round as a general mayfly nymph imitation. The brown version excels in stained water, cream in clear conditions.
Presentation
Fish with tight-line or euro nymphing techniques to maintain contact in fast water. The heavy bead and slim profile cut through current.
When to Use
Best when fish are holding in deep, fast runs that require quick-sinking patterns. The durable construction handles rocky bottoms.
Water Type
Designed for Montana's challenging freestone streams but effective anywhere fish hold in fast, deep water.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish as point fly in a euro rig or below an indicator. The tungsten bead anchors multi-fly setups well.
Visibility & Floatation
Heavy pattern designed for fast descent. The UV resin adds subtle flash and durability.
