The Fordell Flies Collection from Heritage Classics


"Fordell Flies range of mounted flies (mainly salmon) are the best
quality, commercially available, examples I have seen. Visually these
three-dimensional pieces of "art" are quite simply stunning. Bob
Wright is a superb tyer, who has clearly researched his subject
matter most exactly. I understand that he has a comprehensive
library of the important early fly-tying works. The reverse of each
frame has detailed information on the history of the fly or flies in
question. Flies are always tied on the correct style of hook for the
period. The range includes gut-eyes, and the earlier salmon flies to
gut. Wherever possible the correct materials are used."

Salmon, Trout & Sea Trout Magazine


"The framed flies offered by Bob Wright can be described as
classic, both by virtue of the ancient origins of the patterns he
ties, and because of the high standard of dressing. The selection
available embraces 12 individual flies, including well-known
Victorian classics such as Jock Scott and Akroyd, but also less
well-known patterns like Aglaia and the Spirit Fly; in addition,
there are slightly more recent classics like the Silver Wilkinson,
Mar Lodge and Dusty Miller. There are also collections of
salmon flies from Spey, Dee, Tay and Tweed, plus other
traditional patterns.
Trout flies are represented by collections of classic Loch Leven
flies and Scottish Highland loch flies. The Victorian patterns are
tied on the correct style of hook, using correct materials where
possible. Every fly is identified. Framing and mounting is good."

Trout and Salmon Magazine


"STUNNING FORDELL FLIES.
Boxed dressed flies really do make a lovely Christmas present,
particularly when they are dressed by Bob Wright. With over
thirty years experience, Bob has turned his hobby into a
business and is aiming specifically at the retail trade.
Bob's flies can only be described as classic as he uses hooks and
materials that match the period he is emulating.
The flies are beautifully tied and come in attractive boxed sets,
packed suitable for sending through the post by the retailer
and come with frame hanging kit and an information sheet
on the history of the flies."

Tackle and Guns Magazine


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