NymphPurple Prince
The Purple Prince is a vibrant variation of the classic Prince Nymph, offering the same attractor-style silhouette with a flashy twist. Its bright purple body adds visibility in stained or turbulent water, making it an excellent pattern for prospecting or when trout are keyed in on flashy nymphs.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The Purple Prince is a vibrant variation of the classic Prince Nymph, replacing the traditional peacock body with purple dubbing or synthetic fibers for added visibility. It keeps the iconic split goose biot tail and white biot wings, plus a gold bead head and brass wire ribbing for weight and flash. A great attractor pattern, especially effective in off-colored water.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Daiichi 1560, size #12–#16
Bead: Gold tungsten bead
Thread: Purple UTC 70 denier
Tail: Brown goose biots
Body: Purple tinsel or purple holographic flashabou
Ribbing: Fine gold wire
Wingcase: Peacock herl
Legs: Brown partridge or hen fibers
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Presentation
Dead drift near the bottom, either solo or in a tandem rig.
When to Use
Especially effective after rainstorms or in cloudy water where added flash draws attention.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water environments.
Rigging Suggestions
Use as the lead fly in a double-nymph rig or as a dropper below a buoyant dry fly.
