The Quill Gordon is one of the most iconic dry fly patterns, first tied by Theodore Gordon, the father of American dry fly fishing. It was specifically created to imitate the Epeorus pleuralis mayfly, better known as the Quill Gordon, which hatches early in the season on many Eastern rivers. When the water begins to warm in late March through April, these fly fishing flies often spark the first major hatch of the year, and trout feed on them eagerly.
The pattern is tied with a quill-wrapped body for segmentation, upright wings, and a soft hackle to ensure buoyancy and lifelike drift. Its gray body and dun wings match the natural insect perfectly, while its classic proportions make it a timeless favorite—an old-time favorite for you East Coast flyfishers. Because early-season water can be cold and trout less active, presenting this fly delicately is crucial to success.
The Quill Gordon remains a cornerstone for anglers fishing early spring hatches in the East, but it also performs well anywhere trout encounter medium-sized gray mayflies. Steeped in history and still productive today, the Quill Gordon belongs in every dry fly collection.
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