The Mercury Midge–Simple, Yet Effective
Mike Leslie fooled this beautiful brown trout yesterday on a size 22 Mercury Midge. The Mercury Midge is a simple, yet effective midge imitation that consistently fools selective trout.
Mercury Midge Recipe:
Hook: #18-22 Tiemco 2487
Bead: Clear silver-lined glass bead (extra small)
Thread: White Danville 6/0
Rib: Copper Ultra Wire (small), reverse ribbed